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stir · Martini Easy ~3 min IBA official

Vesper

James Bond's gin-and-vodka martini sharpened with Lillet Blanc — a fully spirituous stirred (or shaken, per Bond) drink that scales cleanly with predictable dilution.

Boozy & strong
Ingredients 3
ABV estimate 40.8%
Batch reference 12 serves
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Ingredients

Gin 3 oz
Vodka 1 oz
Lillet Blanc 0.5 oz
Total volume 4.50 oz

Garnish: Lemon peel

Tip: change “Make” to scale the recipe, or switch units for the metric world.

Base spiritGin
Strength · Spirit-forward 40.8% ABV
Standard drinks3.06
GlasswareMartini

How to make it

Stirred · Easy · about 3 minutes

  1. 1

    Add the gin, vodka and lillet blanc to a mixing glass filled with ice.

  2. 2

    Stir for 20–30 seconds until well-chilled and properly diluted.

  3. 3

    Strain into a chilled martini glass.

  4. 4

    Garnish with lemon peel.

Tools you'll need

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Making a batch for a party?

Here's a pre-calculated batch of 12 with 22% dilution water built in. Scale to any number with the batch calculator →

Total batch65.9 oz
+ Dilution water11.9 oz
Final ABV33.4%
Ingredient × 12 Bottles
Gin 36.0 oz 2
Vodka 12.0 oz 1
Lillet Blanc 6.0 oz 1

BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.

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Vesper FAQ

What's in a Vesper?

A classic Vesper is made with gin, vodka, lillet blanc. It's stirred and served in a martini glass.

What is the ABV of a Vesper?

A classic Vesper is approximately 40.8% ABV — about 3.06 US standard drinks per serving once you account for dilution.

Should I shake or stir a Vesper?

Stir it. The Vesper is spirit-forward with no citrus, so stirring keeps it silky and crystal-clear.

How do I batch Vespers for a party?

Scale every ingredient by your guest count, then add about 22% dilution water. The BatchPour batch calculator does the math for any number.

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