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"James Bond" Vesper

Spirit:

Gin

Drinkware:

Chilled Martini Glass

Served:

Up

Garnish:

Lemon peel

About the Recipe

Probably my most favorite martini. This is the actual recipe from the Ian Fleming novel called a "Vesper Martini". In the book the recipe calls for Gordon gin, and potato vodka, and aperitif that is no longer produced but "Lillet Blanc" is the closest replacement. I prefer the botanicals that Bombay Sapphire provide but any gin will work but just don't go cheap here as this is a gin forward martini. When done correctly, it should be very smooth. Shaken and not stirred!

Ingredients

  • 3 oz Bombay Gin

  • 1 oz Vodka

  • ¾ oz Lillet Blanc

Preparation

Step 1


Shaken, not stirred (naturally!)



Step 2


Double strain.



Step 3


Garnish with a lemon peel.



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