Vesper Recipe

Time8m

Serves1

montgomery distillery gin & vodka. lillet blanc.

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Ingredients

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1
Chill glass
Place a martini or coupe glass in the freezer for several minutes or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail to thoroughly chill it.
2
Combine spirits and vermouth
In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, add the Montgomery Distillery gin (2 oz), Montgomery Distillery vodka (1 oz), and Lillet Blanc (1/2 oz).
3
Add ice and stir
Add enough ice to the mixing glass to fill it (about 1 cup). Stir briskly for 20–30 seconds (about 20–30 full strokes) until well chilled and slightly diluted. If you prefer a slightly more aerated, colder drink, you may shake for 8–10 seconds instead, but classic Vesper is typically stirred.
4
Prepare the glass
If you used ice water to chill the glass, dump it now. Strain the chilled cocktail through a fine strainer into the chilled martini or coupe glass.
5
Garnish
Express the lemon peel over the drink by holding the peel about 3–4 inches above the glass and giving it a firm twist to release the oils. Rub the peel around the rim if desired, then drop it into the cocktail as garnish.
6
Serve
Serve immediately. Enjoy responsibly.