Rosé Vesper
A modern, 21st-century reinterpretation of the classic Vesper martini, distinguished by the incorporation of rosé elements that impart a delicate fruit-forward character and a visually stunning blush hue. This evolution softens the original's potent bite, creating a more approachable cocktail.
37%
ABV
medium
Difficulty
coupe
Glass
History & Heritage
“The Rosé Vesper has no single inventor but is a product of the 21st-century craft cocktail renaissance. Its emergence is intrinsically linked to the launch of Lillet Rosé in 2011, which provided bartenders with an elegant way to create a 'rosé' version of the classic Vesper. It represents a modern solution that doesn't try to replicate the past but creates a new and equally valid expression of Fleming's original creation.”
Ingredients
Quality ingredients make all the difference. Each component plays a crucial role.
Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Chill a deep coupe or martini glass in a freezer for at least 15 minutes
Combine gin, vodka, and Lillet Rosé in a mixing glass (not a shaker)
Fill the mixing glass three-quarters full with high-quality, solid ice cubes
Stir briskly and continuously for 20-30 seconds until outside is ice-cold to touch
Double-strain into the chilled glass to ensure no ice shards
Take a large, wide swath of pink grapefruit peel
Hold peel pith-side up over drink and squeeze firmly to express oils
Run peel around rim before elegantly placing into the drink
Glassware
Served up in a chilled coupe glass
Garnish
Large, wide swath with oils expressed over drink surface
Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Use Lillet Rosé as the authentic rosé element
Stir, don't shake - maintain clarity and silky texture
Express grapefruit oils for essential aromatic component
Serve immediately at optimal cold temperature
Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Rosé Vesper.
Wetter Version
Slightly sweeter and more floral with increased Lillet Rosé
Changes
Stronger Version
More assertive with reduced Lillet Rosé
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Cocchi Rosa Version
Uses Cocchi Americano Rosa for more bitter, complex profile
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Rosé Wine Version
Uses dry rosé wine for lighter, less complex drink
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