But if I can't have him, I'll settle for a signature 007 cocktail! Why not? Casino Royale had a huge debut this past weekend/Thanksgiving is one week away/Beyonce is Sasha Fierce/it's Thursday/we're breathing, so let's celebrate! Lucky for us, Time Magazine has compiled a list of James Bond's favorite drinks...which is totally speaking to my inner alchie. Who knew Mr. Bond is not all about a shaken vodka martini? I think it's only right that I go the extra mile and do the necessary research to determine which cocktail on this list is truly fit for a Bond Girl. Done and done. Try one (or all) for yourself!
Vesper Martini (Casino Royale)Three ounces of Gordon's gin, one ounce of vodka, half-ounce of Lillet Blanc. Shake over ice and add a slim slice of lemon peel.
Mojito (Die Another Day)
Three sprigs of fresh mint, two tablespoons of sugar, three tablespoons of fresh lime juice, 1.5-ounces of light rum and club soda.
Rum Collins (Thunderball)
Two ounces light rum, a juiced lime, a tablespoon of powdered sugar, carbonated water, a sliced lemon and a cherry.
Two ounces light rum, a juiced lime, a tablespoon of powdered sugar, carbonated water, a sliced lemon and a cherry.
Mint Julep (Goldfinger)Four fresh sprigs of mint, 2.5-ounces of bourbon whiskey, one tablespoon of powdered sugar and two tablespoons of water. As Bond says in the film: Sour mash, but not too sweet, please.
Gluhwein (For Your Eyes Only)
The Swedish form of mulled wine, made with a mixture of spices and served warm.
The Swedish form of mulled wine, made with a mixture of spices and served warm.
Spicy Bloody Mary (Never Say Never Again)
As ordered by Bond's romantic interest: Double Bloody Mary with plenty of Worcestershire sauce. 1.5-ounces of vodka, three ounces of tomato juice, one dash of lemon juice, a half teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, two to three drops of Tabasco sauce, and one lime wedge.
As ordered by Bond's romantic interest: Double Bloody Mary with plenty of Worcestershire sauce. 1.5-ounces of vodka, three ounces of tomato juice, one dash of lemon juice, a half teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, two to three drops of Tabasco sauce, and one lime wedge.
