Vesper Lowbridge-Ellis Martini

Gin. Vodka. Vermouth. Stick in a shaker with ice and throw in some lemon peel. What could be simpler? Well…

I’ve written extensively on Bond’s signature drink (first featured in the novel of Casino Royale and reproduced faithfully in the 2006 film) including what it says about Bond himself and why I think you should definitely NOT shake it.

There are as many opinions about the perfect Martini as there are variants. But if you want to make a perfect (IMHO) Vesper Martini in just a couple of minutes, watch my video: https://www.licencetoqueer.com/blog/no-time-to-martini

Top tip that will improve your Martini, however you take it: leave the gin and vodka in the freezer.