Lemon Drop Martini
This tangy Lemon Drop Martini recipe brings a classic citrus vodka cocktail to your home bar in minutes—sugar-rimmed, perfectly balanced, and bursting with bright flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces good-quality vodka (Tito’s, Absolut, or your favorite brand)
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice (about half a large lemon; Meyer lemons add extra fragrance)
- 1/2 ounce triple sec or Cointreau (for that orange-citrus depth)
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water; see Note for honey swap)
- Sugar, for rimming (superfine or caster sugar works best)
- Lemon twist or thin slice, for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a martini glass in the freezer for 5 minutes. Rim the glass with sugar by rubbing a lemon wedge around the rim and dipping it into sugar.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, fresh lemon juice, triple sec, and simple syrup. Add ice cubes.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and dilute.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass. Garnish with a lemon twist or slice.
- Twist a lemon peel over the surface to release oils and place on the rim. Sip slowly and enjoy.
Notes
• Vodka choice matters—mid-range brands give a smooth finish without breaking the bank. • Always juice lemons by hand for brightness; bottled juice can taste flat. • For homemade simple syrup, heat equal parts granulated sugar and water until the sugar dissolves, then cool.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal
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