Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of a Lemon Drop Martini, a cocktail that perfectly balances the tartness of fresh lemons with the sweetness of sugar for an unforgettable experience. With its vibrant yellow hue and zesty flavor, this cocktail is ideal for any occasion, whether celebrating with friends or enjoying a cozy night in. Sip on this liquid sunshine and elevate your gatherings with every flavorful drop.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice (about 1 juicy lemon)
- 1 oz simple syrup (made from equal parts sugar and water)
- 1 tsp granulated sugar (for rimming the glass)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Gather your cocktail shaker, jigger, and strainer.
- Squeeze fresh lemons to yield about one ounce of juice.
- In the shaker, combine vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and granulated sugar. Add plenty of ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass that has been rimmed with sugar.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel or a slice of lemon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Cocktail
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg