Kinky Pink

Kinky Pink is a vodka from Massachusetts, sold under the Kinky label, and the name signals a flavored, fruit-leaning bottling. The details we have don't list a base ingredient, proof or flavor makeup, so treat any tasting expectations as typical of the style. Pink-themed vodkas of this kind usually lean sweet and fruity, with a softer, rounder texture than a neutral grain vodka. Expect a nose of red fruit or citrus rather than the clean, almost scentless profile of a Martini vodka. That character decides where it works best. In a Cosmopolitan it can stand in for the cranberry and citrus notes, so you may want less cranberry juice and sweetener than the standard recipe calls for. It also suits a Moscow Mule. Ginger beer and lime keep the sweetness in check, and the pink tint carries into the glass. A fruit-forward vodka is a weaker fit for a Bloody Mary or an Espresso Martini, where a neutral spirit lets the tomato or coffee lead. A dry Martini is also a poor match, since the flavoring would crowd the vermouth. If you want a Martini-style drink, a fruit-leaning Martini with a splash of citrus liqueur and a lemon twist works better. To drink it neat, chill the bottle in the freezer or the fridge and pour it cold. Serve it in a small chilled glass, or over ice in a rocks glass with a lime or lemon wedge. For mixed drinks, shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Because the bottling is flavored, it also works with soda water and citrus as a simple highball.