The Martini Masterclass

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The James Bond creator would have been 100 today, May 28, 2008. Celebrate Ian Fleming's birthday by learning how to make a perfect Vesper martini at the Dukes Hotel in London. Fleming was known to write at the hotel and he even had a favorite table in the bar. It's also where he came up with the recipe for the famous drink. The Dukes modern recipe: 2 drops Angostura bitters, 1 part Lillet, 1 part Potocki Vodka, 3 parts Beefeater Crown Jewel Gin, orange oil, orange twist.

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[S77whut]

It's a shame crown jewel isn't in production anymore. I think he used no.03 gin when I was there last time

[funkeebassman]

Just don't have more than one!

[C5Rigzz]

@Vicbartender1990 It's a hallmark of Allesandro and the Duke's Hotel to use only frozen glasses, often frozen spirits, no ice, no dilution. The ingredients mix naturally in the glass upon pouring (hence smaller quantity ingredients first that will be washed into mixing by the larger amount spirits).

[Vicbartender1990]

I guess all the mixing glasses were being washed the day the cameras came.

[Mr7db]

Having spent an afternoon with Alessandro going through his Masterclass, I can safely say what an outstanding barman he is, combining years of experience and knowledge with the passion of a true leader in his field.

If you can't do the Masterclass, at least let him make you a martini -- the Dukes way -- neither shaken nor stirred, just ice cold and with a delivery like a brick through a plate-glass window.

[bonheurbrun]

Shouldn't he do it with a shaker?

[imalebowski]

As a regular visitor to the Duke's bar, I have to say that I have never had a better Vesper than that made by Alessandro and his team.

[MOBachelor]

Hands down the best bar and Martini in London.

[tomjack0911]

Went to the Dukes Bar last night and ordered a Vesper Martini. It was beautifully crafted in front of me (just as expertly as in the video) and without any doubt it was the best I've ever had. Thank you Alessandro.

For all German speakers: Wirklich der beste Vesper Martini den man in London, vielleicht sogar weltweit, bekommen kann!

[Justlookin1096]

What a gentleman. Alessandro, Alex, and the rest of the bar staff are the last of a dying breed. Their stories and the detail they put into every drink are remarkable. If you are in London this is THE PLACE to visit o get a glimpse into what we are missing in the go, go, go World of today...slow down, have a drink, enjoy the evening. Thanks for a great couple evenings.