A Vesper is a cocktail that was invented by author Ian Fleming for his iconic British secret agent, James Bond. The drink first appeared in Flemings Casino Royale, which was published in 1953, and was named for the fictional double agent (and Bond love-interest) Vesper Lynd. The original recipe called for gin, vodka, and Kina Lillet, but since that form of Lillet is no longer produced, modern bartenders need to modify the recipe to mimic the original taste). The IBA official recipe for a Vesper includes gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc, and is served straight up, chilled, without ice, and garnished with lemon zest). The drink is commonly served before dinner). Unlike the vodka martini and the mojito, popularized by previous Bond films, the Vesper did not become a familiar cocktail, likely because the Kina Lillet and later the substitute Lillet Blanc, were not widely distributed.