Low Iodine Vesper Martini
Few cocktails carry the kind of effortless cool that this three-ingredient classic does, and the good news is it fits neatly into a low-iodine lifestyle without any substitutions required. Gin, vodka, Lillet Blanc, and a twist of lemon peel are all you need — no dairy, no seafood, no iodized salt, nothing that raises a red flag. The result is bracingly cold, silky, and just slightly floral from the Lillet, with a bright citrus note that lingers on the rim. Chilling your glass ahead of time is a small step that makes a genuinely noticeable difference, keeping every sip as crisp as the first. Whether you shake it hard for that frosty, slightly cloudy finish or stir it low and slow for a cleaner pour, both methods land somewhere between elegant and deeply satisfying. Expressing the lemon oils over the surface right before serving is the kind of bartender move that looks impressive but takes about five seconds to master. This is the sort of drink that makes a quiet evening feel like an occasion.
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Learn more →Ingredients
1 serving
- 3 oz london dry gin
- 1 oz vodka
- ½ oz lillet blanc
- 1 lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Place a coupe or martini glass in the freezer (or fill it with ice water) for at least 3–5 minutes while you prepare the drink.
- 2
Fill a cocktail shaker or mixing glass with a generous amount of ice. Add the gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc.
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