Taste profile
Strong, light, soft, and smooth.
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Vesper
Vesper combines Gin, Vodka, Lillet Blanc in a cocktail served in a cocktail glass. It is a strong fit for date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
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Best for date night.
Quick tags
IBANewEra
Quick fact
The Vesper is a cocktail that was originally made of gin, vodka, and Kina Lillet. Since that form of Lillet is no longer produced, modern bartenders need to modify the recipe to mimic the original taste, with Lillet Blanc or Cocchi Americano as a typical substitute.
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Ingredients
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How to make it
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Shake over ice until well chilled, then strain into a deep goblet and garnish with a thin slice of lemon peel.
Method
Shaken
Finish
Serve with a simple garnish that fits the drink, usually citrus, herbs, or a cherry.
Taste map
Strength
Strong
Sweetness
Light
Sourness
Soft
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: Vesper is a easy alcoholic cocktail for date night with Gin, Vodka, Lillet Blanc.
Texture and serve cues
-Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Glassware
Cocktail glass
Method
Shaken
More to know before you make it
A fuller read on the drink.
Flavor & pairing
Expect a spirit-forward finish with support from Gin, Vodka, Lillet Blanc. Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.
Serving & context
Serve in a cocktail glass and aim for a easy prep that still feels polished in the glass. Vesper is associated with the New Era Drinks family of modern cocktail classics.
Background
Why this cocktail keeps showing up.
The Vesper is a cocktail that was originally made of gin, vodka, and Kina Lillet. Since that form of Lillet is no longer produced, modern bartenders need to modify the recipe to mimic the original taste, with Lillet Blanc or Cocchi Americano as a typical substitute.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Gin
Category
Cocktail
IBA category
New Era Drinks
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Cocktail glass
Method
Shaken
Garnish
Serve with a simple garnish that fits the drink, usually citrus, herbs, or a cherry.
Sources and extras
Read the background source
Reference note: Vesper (cocktail)
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