Peanut Free Vesper Martini
Few cocktails carry the kind of mystique that this three-ingredient classic does, and yet it's surprisingly simple to pull off at home. London dry gin and vodka form a bold, spirit-forward base, while the Lillet Blanc softens the edges with a gentle floral sweetness that keeps things from feeling harsh. The finishing touch — a wide strip of lemon peel pinched over the glass to express its oils — adds a bright, citrusy aroma that elevates every sip before it even reaches your lips. For anyone navigating nut allergies, cocktail hour can sometimes feel like a minefield of flavored spirits and mystery liqueurs, but every ingredient here is clean and straightforward with no hidden nut-based additions to worry about. Chilling your glass ahead of time is a small step that makes a genuinely noticeable difference, keeping the drink ice-cold from the first sip to the last. Whether you shake it aggressively for a slightly frothy, frosted result or stir it low and slow for silky clarity, the end product is elegant, bracingly cold, and deeply satisfying.
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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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