Corpse Reviver #2

More successful than #1, this drink is a classic that is very refreshing. It is important to be truly judicious with the absinthe substitute, as this addition is more about giving the drinker a hint of anise than balancing the other flavors with this strong ingredient.

3/4 oz Gin
3/4 oz Triple Sec
3/4 oz Lillet
3/4 oz Lemon Juice
2-4 drops of Absinthe (Pernod or Herbsaint also work)

Combine in an ice-filled glass and shake for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass.

Enjoy.

Abbey

A classic Lillet cocktail, and the very first recipe in the Savoy Cocktail Book.

1 1/2 oz Gin
3/4 oz Lillet
3/4 oz Orange juice (Fresh, please)
2 dashes Angostura

Combine ingredients in an ice-filled glass and shake for 10-15 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass.

Enjoy.

Twentieth Century

A strange combination, indeed, and some may balk at the unusual flavors. Still, every cocktail fan should try this cult favorite.

1 1/2 oz Gin
1/2 oz Lillet Blanc
1/2 oz Creme do Cacao (white)
1/2 oz Lemon juice

Combine in an ice-filled glass and shake for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass.

Enjoy.

Vesper

Ian Fleming created this riff on the martini for James Bond in Casino Royale. The result is a dangerously smooth concoction. Be careful.

3 oz. Gin
1 oz. Vodka
1/2 oz. Lillet

Mr. Bond apparently loved enormous drinks; cutting it down in size may be a good idea.

Combine in an ice-filled glass and stir for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon twist.

Enjoy.