‘Excellent,’ he said to the barman, ‘but if you can get a vodka made with grain instead of potatoes, you will find it still better. I’m going to patent it when I can think of a good name.’ He watched carefully as the deep glass became frosted with the pale golden drink, slightly aerated by the bruising of the shaker. I hate small portions of anything, particularly when they taste bad. But I do like that one to be large and very strong and very cold and very well-made. ‘When I’m … er … concentrating.’ he explained, ‘I never have more than one drink before dinner. ‘Gosh that’s certainly a drink,’ said Leiter. Inspired by the famous Vesper Martini drink ordered by James Bond in both the book and the Oscar-nominated movie Casino Royale. Got it?’ ‘Certainly, monsieur.’ The barman seemed pleasant with the idea. Three measures of Gordons an English gin - Lisa, one of vodka. Daniel Craig’s portrayal of Bond is rugged and gritty and befitting a lean, muscular 007, his watches are gadget-free. Shake it very well until it’s ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon peel. Lillet Blanc 1 ('-thick) strip lemon peel (for garnish) Combine 3 oz. In Casino Royale, 007 is in the business of taking down Le Chiffre over the gaming table at the casino in Montenegro in order to financially embarrass him with the terrorist organisation he works for. Three measures of Gordon’s (gin), one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. 22nd James Bond film (but a story not written by Ian Fleming) and the direct sequel to the 2006 film Casino Royale. In a deep champagne goblet.’ ‘Oui, monsieur.’ ‘Just a moment.
