Lemon Drop Martini Recipe
The Lemon Drop Martini is a refreshing and tart cocktail that perfectly balances sweet and sour flavors. It's made with vodka, fresh lemon juice, and a sweetener like simple syrup or Cointreau. The rim of the glass is coated with sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. This cocktail is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 1
Cost: $4
Equipment
- 1 cocktail shaker
- jigger or measuring cup
- measuring spoon
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces vodka
- 1/2 ounce cointreau
- 1 teaspoon simple syrup
- 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 4 -5 ice cubes
- superfine sugar for the rim
- Lemon twist
Instructions
- Chill martini glasses in the freezer for at least 10 minutes before serving.
- Run a lemon twist or lemon wedge around the rim of each chilled glass. Dip the rim into superfine sugar and set aside.
- Add vodka, Cointreau, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 30 seconds, or until the shaker feels very cold.
- Strain into the prepared martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Lemon Drop Martinis are best served immediately after shaking.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
- For a sweeter martini, add a little more simple syrup. For a tarter martini, reduce the simple syrup slightly or add an extra squeeze of lemon juice.
- To make a pitcher for 4 servings, combine 6 ounces vodka, 2 ounces Cointreau, 4 teaspoons simple syrup, and 3 ounces fresh lemon juice. Chill until ready to serve, then shake individual portions with ice and strain into sugared glasses.
Nutrition
Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.3mg