James Bond's Martini Hybrid · Very Strong
Vesper
In the owner’s words: Strong · Crisp · Elegant
- Base
- Gin
- Glass
- Martini
- Method
- Stirred
- Effort
- Beginner · 5 min
- ABV
- 30%
Build
- Dry Ginor London Dry Gin
- Vodka
- Lillet Blancor Cocchi Americano
- LemonExpress oils over drink and use as garnish · garnish
You’ll need: Mixing glass, Bar spoon, Strainer
Method — Stirred
- Add all liquid ingredients to a mixing glass filled with ice
- Stir until well-chilled
- Strain into a chilled martini glass
- Garnish with a lemon twist
The story
Created by Ian Fleming for his character James Bond in the 1953 novel Casino Royale.
Variations
Modern versions sometimes substitute Cocchi Americano for Lillet Blanc, as the latter's formula has changed since the drink was invented.
Host tips
The original recipe calls for the drink to be shaken, not stirred, but bartenders typically stir this drink to prevent over-dilution.
