Vesper Dry Martini (Difford's)
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Vesper Dry Martini (Difford's)

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Many bartenders advocate that a Martini should be stirred and not shaken, some citing the ridiculous argument that shaking will “bruise the gin.” If you like your Martinis shaken then avoid the possible look of distaste from your server and order a Vesper. This particular Dry Martini is always shaken, an action that aerates the drink, and makes it colder and more dilute than simply stirring. It also gives the drink a slightly clouded appearance and can leave small shards of ice on the surfac

Recipe Source

Recipe: Difford's Guide →
Recipe source: Difford's Guide
Vesper Dry Martini (Difford's)

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Many bartenders advocate that a Martini should be stirred and not shaken, some citing the ridiculous argument that shaking will “bruise the gin.” If you like your Martinis shaken then avoid the possible look of distaste from your server and order a Vesper. This particular Dry Martini is always shaken, an action that aerates the drink, and makes it colder and more dilute than simply stirring. It also gives the drink a slightly clouded appearance and can leave small shards of ice on the surface of the drink - easily prevented by the use of a fine strainer when pouring.

Origin

This variation on the Dry Martini was created by the mind of author Ian Fleming, the result of various influences, and made famous by his including it in his first James Bond novel, Casino Royale, published in 1953.

Ingredients: Vesper Dry Martini (Difford's)
Ingredients
Gin · ingredient
2 Shot(s)
Vodka · ingredient
¾ Shot(s)
Lillet Blanc 1
Lillet Blanc · ingredient
¼ Shot(s)
Show 1
Lillet Blanc (labeled)
Garnish
Lemon
Lemon · supply
Prep: Twist
Drinkware
Martini 1
Martini · tool
Show 1
Martini (labeled)
Tool
Standard Shaker 1
Standard Shaker · tool
Show 1
Standard Shaker (labeled)
Strainer
Strainer · tool
Prep: Cocktail
Steps: Vesper Dry Martini (Difford's)
1
Shake 1 min
Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass.
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until the outside of the shaker frosts. Always use fresh ice.
Vesper dry martini
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