Flavored vodkas are extremely popular now, bartenders say, and many of the drinks made with them are sweet. Vanilla Stoli and Diet Coke are popular. There are a couple of groups of women who come in and drink that. Raspberry Stoli and 7-Up are also popular. It's not necessary to head to a bar for something sweet.
Couples can mix up their own lovely libations using some of our bartenders' favorite recipes.
Chill the glass. Into a cocktail shaker half filled with ice pour the remaining ingredients. Strain and pour into the chilled martini glass. Chill two wine glasses. In a small glass bowl, combine the raspberries and the gin.