Here we present some of our favourite James Bond-inspired cocktail recipes, which are either original creations or our adaptations of stunning drinks created by others, both classic and modern.
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Dr. No Alcohol
A midweek 'cocktail' that recalls the G&T Bond drinks in the novel of Dr. No but doesn't leave you feeling like you've barely survived a fight with a giant squid. The blue of the Gin Sin Premium also recalls all the blue Bond wears in the film and the villain's giant aquarium.
![Gay Mo-HE-to](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1632651479977-FCTUKS82CGC6XCUW84YW/Screenshot+2021-09-26+at+11.14.46.png)
Gay Mo-HE-to
Mo-HE-to time (other pronunciations are available)
![🏴⚽ Football's Cumin Home Again ⚽🇮🇹](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1632646736775-3PZ2FT58O6145T1T8CBA/Screenshot+2021-09-26+at+09.56.13.png)
🏴⚽ Football's Cumin Home Again ⚽🇮🇹
Yes, it looks like beer (intentional) but this is an epic clash of flavours. Created for Euro 2020 England vs. Italy match and my article exploring the links between Bond and football.
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Welcome to Scotland
Originally created during the Euro 2020 tournament and since renamed in honour of Albert Finney’s chaarcter in Skyfall: this is a winning combination of gin and Scotch.
![For England, James](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1632649077986-22GFGN5AN57OF5MCM2VB/Screenshot+2021-09-26+at+10.29.16.png)
For England, James
A showcase for English sparkling wine (which is better than Champagne right now, IMHO). This is what Alec Trevelyan would drink on his armoured train. Tates like strawberries…
![Dominic Greene’s last meal (aka Blood & Sand & Oil)](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1622477785749-GF5HP9ZHDJZT85LSVEIU/PXL_20210531_155607952.jpg)
Dominic Greene’s last meal (aka Blood & Sand & Oil)
I bet you make it twenty seconds before you consider drinking this. Quantum of Solace’s oily villain gets a taste of his own medicine in this variation of a classic cocktail. Warning: the chaser may invoke a deeply satisfying sense of schadenfreude.
![Just Fields Forever](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1622473621122-RZ9U2UCF4Q4ZV8BESMY8/PXL_20210530_144711617.jpg)
Just Fields Forever
Honour the heroic fallen agent with this ginger-spiced cocktail, inspired by Gemma Arterton's all-conquering hair hue (I'm a ginger so I'm a bit biased). As alluring as the agent herself.
![Shrublands No-alcohol-groni](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1632650786522-SLKIC1X04SEK55X3NJ3B/Screenshot+2021-09-26+at+11.04.03.png)
Shrublands No-alcohol-groni
Recreate Bond's drying out experience from Thunderball while still having a good time.
![Aston Montenegroni](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1620476490378-IUBGDJG9AWY0U0WCUX1W/Screenshot+2021-05-08+at+13.18.26.png)
Aston Montenegroni
Make a Negroni but swap out one of the ingredients for Amaro Montenegro and you’ll have a winning hand. Just don’t take the Aston Martin for a spin after drinking it.
![Kitty Suzuki Martini](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1620476093953-FYWM6417JS66859BQUDQ/Screenshot+2021-05-08+at+13.13.00.png)
Kitty Suzuki Martini
A gin made with Japanese botanicals makes this a perfect accompaniment to your afternoon in the garden (of Death).
![Virgin cocktail: Solitaire's Boxcar](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1632650601914-A3B4PLBTOB695NOD4PQI/Screenshot+2021-09-26+at+11.01.42.png)
Virgin cocktail: Solitaire's Boxcar
Serve on a 16 hour train journey.
![May Day](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1632650415393-68EJ5OCMT9MFW64PC23W/Screenshot+2021-09-26+at+10.45.40.png)
May Day
It’s a British bank holiday tradition to watch a Bond film. Savour tradition with this Aperol spritz variant named in honour of Grace Jones’s femme fatale (A View To A Kill is a perfect ‘Bank Holiday Bond’).
![Dame Judi (straight up)](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1616949525351-IGWUCCG0CX4D7VDWNTRT/PXL_20210328_160032741.MP.jpg)
Dame Judi (straight up)
Judi Dench – in a glass! Allegedly, this cocktail started life on the set of GoldenEye. Like Dame Judi herself, this drink leaves you feeling warm and mellow inside. But beware: she’s a feisty one!
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Property of a lady
Recover from a traumatic auction experience with some gin, basil leaves, green Chartreuse and lemon juice.
![Jim Fanning](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1615926713616-SRTHG2DQTZ17XU0678VM/Screenshot+2021-03-16+at+20.30.27.png)
Jim Fanning
Like its namesake, both frugal and classy simultaneously. Best made with leftover bottles of booze.
![Sweet distraction](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8c3be36bab995ffb16a6e3/1615927616566-0GJIBTU54TW0KRKQBA5P/Screenshot+2021-03-16+at+20.27.09.png)
Sweet distraction
Should make an hour or two fly by. Don't blame me if you get up to things you didn't intend to.
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Two Of A Kind
The heart of both of these drinks is the same: Swedish vodka, in homage to Octopussy actress Maud Adams. Make while crooning along to Rita Coolidge.
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Five Days To Alaska
Celebrate a snow job well done by shaking up some frozen Stoli. Enjoy with a side serving of caviar (best Beluga for those who can afford it... I made do with whatever was reasonably priced on Amazon).
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Quarterdeck
When Bond goes around M's gaff (named Quarterdeck) for Christmas dinner he has to put up with the traditions of the season - including plum pudding. We made this drink from Christmas leftovers.
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Wine with Stacey
In honour of Tanya Roberts (1955-2021) and named for the famous John Barry music cue from A View To A Kill, this wine-based cocktail pairs well with anything - especially quiche.