Keep forgetting to try the Vesper Martini

by Jason Glaspey on Thu Jan 24 11:57:00 -0800 2008

When Casino Royale came out, I remember listening carefully to the drink he ordered while at the poker table and thinking it sounded very good. (I've slowly been introducing more and more vodka into my repertoire as of late, but still LOVE a good gin martini).

The drink in question was the Vesper Martini, named after the Bond's lady-friend. From the movie, it's made with:

* 3 measures of Gordon’s gin
* 1 measure of vodka
* 1/2 a measure of Kina Lillet
* Shake until ice cold and serve in a deep champagne goblet with a large thin slice of lemon peel

Gin, and Vodka. Perfect.

I do believe Lillet is pretty hard to find, which hasn't helped my mission of trying it out, but I am on a mission, and I will. Have any of you drank the drink? I have to be honest that I'd feel a little dorky asking for it in a bar, but then again, after 2-3 regular martinis, it might be the perfect thing to ask for.

Comments

By anonymous on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 01:28AM PDT

Hey i like james bond too. He is a secret agent.

By anonymous on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 12:38PM PDT

I've had the vesper a few times, great drink, a little strong for most peoples tastes though.. If you ever do try it and want to mix it up, skip the lemon and use a splash of raspberry or black currant, even better!

By anonymous on Friday, May 02, 2008 at 12:30PM PDT

The Heathman in downtown Portland offers it on their menu, I think.

By anonymous on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 04:11PM PDT

I had a vesper at bourbon and branch. it's a bit strong but has a surprisingly clean finish. it's great in terms of martini.