Prepare Your Glass: Start by chilling your martini glass in the freezer for about 10 minutes, or simply fill it with ice water and let it sit while you prepare the cocktail.

Mix the Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, lime juice, simple syrup, cranberry juice, and a dash of hot sauce. Adjust the hot sauce based on how spicy you want your martini to be.

Shake It Up: Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

Strain and Serve: Discard the ice from your martini glass and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.

Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass and add a few slices of fresh chili or jalapeño for an extra fiery touch.