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Vesper Martini Cocktail Drink

James Bond's Vesper Martini Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Make your night special with this Vesper Martini recipe! It's a simple mix of gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc that martini lovers will adore.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 285

Ingredients
 

  • 3 oz Gin
  • 1 oz Vodka
  • ½ oz Lillet Blanc
  • Lemon twist - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Martini Glass
  • Lemon Peeler

Instructions

  • Chill Glass: To chill, place your Martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes.
  • Combine Spirits: In the cocktail shaker, pour ½ oz Lillet Blanc, 1 oz Vodka, and 3 oz Gin.
  • Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
  • Strain: Strain the mixture into the chilled Martini glass.
  • Garnish: Add a lemon twist to the glass for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Gin: If you're out of gin, you can use all vodka, but you'll miss the botanical notes that gin brings. I've also tried using a floral gin for a different twist.
  • Vodka: If you prefer, skip the vodka and go all-in with gin. It changes the character but still tastes great.
  • Lillet Blanc: Cocchi Americano is a good alternative. It's slightly more bitter but works well in the cocktail.

Making a Pitcher of Vesper Martini:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 24 oz of gin, 8 oz of vodka, and 4 oz of Lillet Blanc.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc. Stir well.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into chilled Martini glasses, garnish with a lemon twist, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; they do a decent job mimicking gin's botanicals.
  • Vodka Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic vodka alternative available in the market.
  • Lillet Blanc Substitute: Make a simple syrup infused with lemon peel and a dash of grapefruit juice for bitterness.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes and follow the original steps to enjoy a non-alcoholic version.

Making it Vegan:

  • Garnish: The main cocktail is already vegan. Just ensure that any substitutes or garnishes you use are also vegan-friendly.