Seed Oil Free Vesper Martini
Few cocktails carry the kind of effortless cool that this three-ingredient classic does — a chilled coupe, a cloud of expressed lemon oil, and a drink that tastes like it belongs in a Monte Carlo casino. The good news for anyone avoiding industrially processed seed oils is that this one is already completely in the clear: gin, vodka, Lillet Blanc, and a fresh lemon twist are all you need, and none of them bring canola, soybean, or sunflower oil anywhere near your glass. It's a reminder that the most sophisticated drinks are often the simplest. The technique matters here — whether you shake it Bond-style until the shaker frosts over or stir it low and slow for a silkier result, getting the drink ice-cold is the whole game. That final step of pinching the lemon peel over the surface isn't just for show; the expressed citrus oils give the drink a bright, aromatic lift that ties everything together. Serve it in a properly chilled coupe and it genuinely feels like an occasion, even on a Tuesday night.
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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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