The Vesper Martini stands as a monument to literary cocktail creation. Unlike many classics that evolved in bars over decades, this elegant drink sprang fully formed from the imagination of Ian Fleming in his 1953 novel Casino Royale. Named after the enigmatic double agent Vesper Lynd, this potent combination of gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc creates a cocktail that’s crisp, slightly bitter, and undeniably sophisticated, exactly what you’d expect from 007’s signature order.
Vesper Martini Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: UKDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
3
minutesCalories
204
kcal
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Ingredients
90 ml 3 fl oz London Dry Gin (traditionally Gordon’s)
30 ml 1 fl oz Vodka
15 ml 1/2 fl oz Lillet Blanc
Lemon peel for garnish
Ice cubes
Equipment
Cocktail Shaker
Jigger
Hawthorne strainer
Fine mesh strainer
Coupe glass
Instructions
- Chill your cocktail glass by filling it with ice and water while you prepare the drink.
- Fill your cocktail shaker ¾ full with fresh, hard ice cubes.
- Measure and pour the gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until the outside of the shaker frosts over.
- Empty the ice and water from your chilled glass.
- Strain the cocktail into the chilled glass, preferably through a fine mesh strainer if available.
- Cut a thin slice of lemon peel, twist it over the drink to express the oils, then drop it in or discard according to preference.
