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Vesper

Ordered by James Bond in Casino Royale (1953) and named for the woman he loses. Gin and vodka together make it stronger and cleaner than a Martini; Lillet adds a faint honey-orange note where vermouth would be herbal.

Not in stock: Lillet Blanc.

  1. Add to a mixing glass

    60 ml120 ml180 ml240 mlGin (London dry)— not in stock
    20 ml40 ml60 ml80 mlVodka— not in stock
    10 ml20 ml30 ml40 mlLillet Blanc— not in stock
  2. Stir with cubed ice for 30 seconds (Bond shook it; stirring keeps it clear)

  3. Strain into a chilled martini glass, no ice

  4. Garnish with lemon zest twist