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Vesper – James Bond invented the Cocktail in a 1953 book – Casino Royale. The original cocktail differs slightly in quantities recognized by the International Bartenders Association. The cocktail and book, different from the martini cocktail that Bond is used to order, by using gin and vodka together, and Kina Lillet instead of vermouth and lemon zest instead of olive.
Although there is a comprehensive discussion on this cocktail, Bond only orders it once throughout Fleming’s books. Bond orders the Vesper in the “Casino Royale” movie.
Ingredients:
- 6 cl Gin
- 1.5 cl Vodka
- 0.75 cl Lillet Blonde
- Lemon twist (garnish)
Preparation:
- Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Served: Straight up; without ice
- Standard garnish: Lemon twist
- Drinkware: Cocktail glass