Vesper
A gin- and vodka-based cocktail with Lillet Blanc and a lemon twist. It is lightly tart, dry with little sweetness, and fairly strong at about 26% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Vesper
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Volume149 ml
Strength26% ABV
Alcohol39 ml (31 g)97 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar1.3 g (0.9%)0.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.05%
SweetnessDry
Ian Fleming, “Casino Royale” (1953)
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Vesper