How To Make A Vesper
James Bond might be forever associated with the Martini (shaken, of course), but true cocktail pros and Bond lovers alike also know about the Vesper, which Ian Fleming created in the 1953 novel Casino Royale. Sometimes, simplicity is key — hence why the Vesper has won over the hearts of many, and is now an internationally beloved build. Check out the full list of the 50 most popular cocktails in the world.
Vesper Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 1 oz Vodka
- 1/2 oz Lillet
Vesper Directions
- Combine all ingredients in mixing glass with ice.
- Stir.
- Strain into chilled cocktail glass
- Garnish with a thin lemon and orange and enjoy.
Rate This Recipe:
Yield: 1 Cocktail
Calories: 221
Updated: 2024-04-22
Vesper Recipe Video
Vesper FAQ
What does a Vesper taste like?
A Vesper is a very strong cocktail, carrying herbaceous notes from gin that are tamed by the grain notes of vodka. The addition of Lillet brings forward slightly sweet flavors with botanicals of its own that nicely complement those in the gin.
Is the Vesper a Martini?
Yes, the Vesper is a Martini, its full name being the Vesper Martini.
Who created the Vesper?
Created by Ian Fleming in his 1953 novel “Casino Royale,” the Vesper gained popularity as the favorite drink of James Bond. The cocktail was created by Fleming as a variation on the dry Martini, who decided to name the cocktail after Bond love interest Vesper Lynd.
Related Reads & Recipes
Learn About Gin
· Gin 101
· Our always updated list of the best Gin to buy right now!
More Gin Recipes To Explore
The Grapefruit Gin Martini Recipe:
Gin plays perfectly with grapefruit while celery bitters bring a delicate, tart acidity. It’s an easy sipping martini you’re sure to enjoy.
The Dirty Martini Recipe:
Either loved or hated, the Dirty Martini is one of cocktail culture’s most polarizing drinks. Some believes the concept was born in the Waldorf Astoria.
Festive Punch For One Recipe:
Don’t like champagne? No problem! Enjoy an effervescent cocktail that combines a little London Dry Gin with some great accentuating flavors.
The Gojira Recipe:
When developing this cocktail for a Japanese restaurant in New York, Fred Dexheimer was inspired by the classic Southside, a refreshing gin-based drink .
The Groovy Gimlet Recipe:
This tropical riff on the classic Gimlet cocktail recipe features toasted coconut syrup. Get the recipe now!
The Gin Basil Smash:
A riff on the beloved Whiskey Smash, the Gin Basil Smash (a.k.a. the Gin Pesto) combines the herbaceous qualities of gin and muddled basil.