Vesper Recipe

The Elegance of the Spy - Vesper


Welcome to Cocktail Connexion, your destination for exploring legendary and sophisticated cocktails. Today, we reveal the recipe for Vesper, an iconic cocktail immortalized by James Bond in the famous novel 'Casino Royale'.


This bold blend of gin, vodka and Lillet Blanc embodies elegance and strength with a touch of mystery. Perfect for lovers of cocktails that are both powerful and refined, the Vesper is ideal for a special evening. Follow our guide to prepare this iconic drink and impress your guests with a classic worthy of the greatest spies.


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Vesper Ingredients:



2 oz gin
3/4 oz vodka
2.5 oz Lillet Blanc liqueur
1 lemon zest for garnish


Instructions for Vesper Cocktail:



  • Fill a shaker with ice and add the gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc liqueur.
  • Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to mix the ingredients well.
  • Strain the mixture into a pre-chilled martini glass.
  • Use a lemon peeler to remove a strip of lemon zest and add it as a garnish in the glass.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!
Feel free to adjust the quantities according to your personal taste preferences. Cheers!


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