Best of the Maldives: Martinis – Jumeirah Vittaveli

“The only American invention as perfect as the sonnet" – H. L. Mencken

"The elixir of quietude.” – E.B. White

While gin is the most traditional foundation to a martini cocktail (some purists would say that properly chilled gin is all you need…maybe wave an open bottle of vermouth over the top of it), the vodka variant is growing in popularity. In fact, 23 of the Maldives leading 25 martinis on offer at Jumeirah Vittaveli are vodka based. A perfect place to celebrate National Vodka Day today for that perfect “quietude” experience. Not only a vast number, but sterling quality that we can attest to after our meticulous investigation during our visit this summer…

1. Melon Tini Ginger Tini
2. Green Apple Tini
3. Basil Tini
4. Peach Tini
5. Coconut Tini
6. Orange Tini
7. Lemon Tini
8. Pomegranate Tini
9. Chocolate Tini
10. Caramel Tini
11. Dukes Cosmo Tini
12. Rosemary Tini
13. Coffee Tini
14. Sparkling Berry Tini
15. Almond Tini
16. Passion Tini
17. Citrus Mist Tini
18. Pineapple Tini
19. Metropolitan Tini
20. Tropical Tini
21. Mint Tini
22. Spicy Vodka Tini
23. Strawberry Tini
24. Jasmine Sour Tini
25. Blueberry Basil Tini

And they all come shaken or stirred.