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Gin vs. Vodka: The Clear Spirit Cold War

Cocktails and Mixology··20 September 2026·15 min

About this episode

For decades, these two clear spirits have battled for dominance behind the bar—gin with its botanical complexity versus vodka's neutral purity. We trace their competing histories from Russian Imperial courts and London gin palaces through the Martini wars of the 20th century, and explore why bartenders and drinkers are increasingly choosing sides in this spirited rivalry.