Vesper Martini
James Bond's personal creation from Casino Royale — a potent blend of gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc, shaken until ice-cold. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Vodka
- 1 oz London dry gin
- 0.5 oz Lillet Blanc
- lemon peel (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Enjoy with refined charcuterie, smoked salmon canapés, or oysters on the half shell to match the cocktail's sophisticated, potent character. A classic beef carpaccio with capers and aged parmesan also elevates the Bond-approved pairing.
Instructions
Add vodka, gin, and Lillet Blanc to a shaker with ice
Shake vigorously until very cold, about 15 seconds
Strain into a chilled martini glass
Express a lemon peel over the surface and drop it in
Tips
Bond specified Gordon's gin and Kina Lillet, which is now replaced by Lillet Blanc Add a small dash of quinine tonic to approximate the original Kina Lillet flavor Despite Bond's famous line, most bartenders agree this drink benefits from shaking