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Stirred · one serving

Vesper

A carefully balanced stirred classic led by gin, with vodka and dry vermouth.

Short answer

Vesper is a stirred cocktail made with gin, vodka, and dry vermouth. A carefully balanced stirred classic led by gin, with vodka and dry vermouth. Follow the one-serving recipe below for exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodStirred
GlassCocktail
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Vesper ingredients

Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

Vesper ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Gin45 ml4.5 cl1.5 oz6 parts
Vodka15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz2 parts
Dry Vermouth7.5 ml0.8 cl0.3 oz1 part

Garnish: Lemon twist

Method

How to make Vesper

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a chilled cocktail glass and prepare lemon twist.

  2. 02

    Measure 45 ml gin, 15 ml vodka, 7.5 ml dry vermouth into a clean mixing glass.

  3. 03

    Fill the mixing glass three-quarters full with large, fresh ice cubes.

  4. 04

    Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds, until cold and properly diluted.

  5. 05

    Strain into the chilled a chilled cocktail glass.

  6. 06

    Add lemon twist neatly and serve immediately.

Tasting profile

What does Vesper taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (4/5) and freshness (2/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness1 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness0 / 5
Strength4 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

Vesper questions

What is in a Vesper?

Kokto’s build uses gin, vodka, and dry vermouth.

How long does a Vesper take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Vesper prepared?

It uses a stirred method and is served in a cocktail. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Vesper alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

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