#3. VODKA
Guys may veer toward whiskey, but women most likely will choose vodka. So don’t cheap out on it. Triple-distilled vodka — like Grey Goose — makes drinks go down smooth. In other words, if the vodka is in a plastic bottle, skip it. Trust us, it’ll make your White Russians, Bloody Marys, and vodka tonics taste far better.
Varsity: Pinnacle Unflavored Vodka ($20)
It’s cheaper than our JV pick, but earned the top spot for securing a “Gold Outstanding” at the IWSC.
JV: Tito’s ($28)
Tito’s strikes a balance between cost and quality.
Make a White Russian
• 1.5 oz. vodka
• 3/4 ounce Kahlua
• 3/4 ounce cream
