Author Ian Fleming invented the drink for the 1953 novel Casino Royale, naming it after the fictional double agent Vesper Lynd. James Bond orders it with three parts gin, one of vodka, and.5 parts of Kina Lillet. I find dropping the vodka in favor of more gin is vastly more interesting.
Lillet Martini
Ian FlemingCasino Royale1950s
Spirit
Gin
Cocktail family
Martini
Flavors
Boozy · Crisp
Makes
Ingredients
- 2 oz Plymouth Gin
- 1 oz Lillet Blanc
- 1 dash Regan’s Orange Bitters
Method
- In a chilled mixing glass, combine ingredients.
- Fill mixing glass with cracked ice and stir until outside of glass is frosty and the drink is diluted to taste, 30 to 40 seconds.
- Strain into an ice cold coupe and garnish with the ingredient of your choice — lemon, onion, or olive.
Equipment
- Mixing Glass
- Bar Spoon
- Julep Strainer
- Peeler or Knife
Glass
Coupe
Garnish
Olive