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Vesper Martini
Why do we clink glasses and toast before drinking?
MOREBanging of wooden mugs or metal bowls of liquor is a medieval custom of spilling each others drink into the others mug, to make sure that no one tried to spike the other's drink with poison, sailors did it, guests in a tavern would do it too.
The host of a meal would drink from the bottle for the guests first and then all would clink glasses to ensure the host didn't spike their drink. The level of trust was absolutely measly back in the days, but with time the custom became a cheerful custom of showing trust, honesty and a toast to good health.
Vesper Martini
Very Strong ABV ( above 30% ), Potent and intense.
*Note that dilution and other factors like type and temperature of ice are not considered in this upfront calculation.
Strong and classic
- Vodka 1.5 cl
- Lillet Blonde 0.75 cl
- Gin 4.5 cl
Martini Glass
Vesper Martini is a popular Martini containing a combinations of Vodka, Lillet Blonde,Gin .Served using a Martini glass.Let's delve into some intriguing tidbits and particulars about the Vesper Martini:
- In the original 1953 book, Bond's "Vesper" martini recipe reads: "Three measures of Gordon's, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it's ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon-peel."
- The 2006 film adaptation of "Casino Royale" featured a slight tweak to the recipe: "Three measures of Gordon's; one of vodka; half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it over ice, and add a thin slice of lemon peel."
- Traditionally, the Vesper Martini is presented in a chilled cocktail glass, adorned with a delicate, large slice of lemon peel.
- While bartending wisdom often dictates that a spirit-only cocktail, such as a Martini, should be stirred, the Vesper stands as an exception. With its hefty four ounces of liquor and an additional half-ounce of Lillet, the drink practically qualifies as a double. Shaking introduces essential dilution to ensure a balanced, delightful sip.
- A word of caution: the Vesper Martini is not to be trifled with; it packs a formidable alcoholic punch. Responsible and moderate consumption is of paramount importance.
- Over time, the Vesper Martini has achieved timeless status, cherished by cocktail connoisseurs and devoted James Bond enthusiasts across the globe.
Vesper Martini Ingredients
Frangelico Hazelnut Liqueur,Creme De Cacao,
Vesper Martini Recipe
Shake over ice until well chilled, then strain into a deep goblet and garnish with a thin slice of lemon peel.Vodka
Vodka is an European clear distilled alcoholic drink that has been one of the most popular drinks across the world .
You\'ll find it to be the most popular spirit in drink making because of it\'s neutral taste and absence of flavour and colour.
Vodka often replaces Gin in many traditional cocktails
Vodka is known to be good for the heart, and if consumed in moderation, can prove to be good for cardiovascular health
Note that these days there are flavoured Vodka available in the market too, and some cocktails do make use of them.Lillet Blonde
Lillet is an aromatic wine, a French white wine based aperitif from Podensac. It is 85% Bordeaux wines (Semillon for the Blanc and for the Rosé, Merlot for the Rouge) and 15% macerated liqueurs, mostly citrus liqueurs. The mix is then stirred in oak vats until blended.
In the original Kina Lillet, quinine liqueur made of cinchona bark was one important ingredient. This is why Lillet belongs to a family of aperitifs known as tonic wines because of the presence of quinine liqueur.
The different varieties of Lillet as listed in Wikipedia are as below.
Kina Lillet (1887–1986): A liqueur made with white wine mixed with fruit liqueurs and flavored with quinine. The "Kina" in its name is derived from quinine's main ingredient: the bark of the kina-kina (or cinchona) tree.
Lillet Dry (1920–?): A drier formula created for the British market. Some consider it the Kina Lillet mentioned by Ian Fleming's character James Bond when he created the Vesper Martini.
Lillet Rouge (1962–present): A red-wine-based liqueur first suggested by the American wine merchant and importer Michael Dreyfus, one of the first to import Lillet into the US
Lillet Blanc (1986–present): A sweeter variant of the white-wine-based version with reduced quinine flavoring. It replaced Kina Lillet.
Lillet Rosé (2011–present): A rosé-wine-based liqueur.Gin
Gin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that has it's origin in medicinal liquor made by monks and alchemists across Europe. The historical Gin producing regions are Southern France, Flanders and Netherlands. Gin was originally created to provide aqua vitae from grape and grain distillates.
During the Middle ages, the newly found substance Ethanol was considered by Alchemists to be the water of life, and an aqueous solution of ethanol was in use all over Europe and had different names and is literally the origin of many spirits like Whisky ( from the Gaelic uisce beatha for water of life ). Today Gin is produces from a wide range of ingredients, which gave rise to numerous distinct styles and brands. The predominant flavour of Gin is from the Juniper berries and then each different distillery flavours it further with an assortment of botanicas or herbs, spices, floral and fruit flavours, in different combinations. Gin is commonly drank mixed with Tonic water but it is also often used as a base spirit for many gin based flavoured liqueurs like Sloe Gin.
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