Classic Lemon Drop Martini
Classic Lemon Drop Martini
Ingredients
For the Cocktail
- 6 fluid ounces vodka, chilled
- 3 fluid ounces fresh lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 tablespoons simple syrup
- 3 tablespoons orange liqueur, such as Cointreau or triple sec
For the Garnish
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, for rimming glasses
- 1 lemon, for twists or wedges
Instructions
- 1
Prepare your martini glasses: Pour the granulated sugar onto a small, flat plate. Moisten the rim of each martini glass with a lemon wedge or a damp paper towel. Dip the moistened rim into the sugar, rotating gently to create an even sugared rim. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Combine ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the chilled vodka, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and orange liqueur.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Add ice: Fill the cocktail shaker completely with ice cubes.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Shake vigorously: Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds, or until the shaker is thoroughly chilled and condensation forms on the outside.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Strain and serve: Remove the lid and strain the mixture evenly into the prepared martini glasses, being careful not to disturb the sugared rim.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Garnish: Garnish each martini with a fresh lemon twist or a small lemon wedge. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 3 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Classic Lemon Drop Martini
Ingredients
For the Cocktail
- 6 fluid ounces vodka, chilled
- 3 fluid ounces fresh lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 tablespoons simple syrup
- 3 tablespoons orange liqueur, such as Cointreau or triple sec
For the Garnish
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, for rimming glasses
- 1 lemon, for twists or wedges
Instructions
- 1
Prepare your martini glasses: Pour the granulated sugar onto a small, flat plate. Moisten the rim of each martini glass with a lemon wedge or a damp paper towel. Dip the moistened rim into the sugar, rotating gently to create an even sugared rim. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Combine ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the chilled vodka, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and orange liqueur.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Add ice: Fill the cocktail shaker completely with ice cubes.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Shake vigorously: Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds, or until the shaker is thoroughly chilled and condensation forms on the outside.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Strain and serve: Remove the lid and strain the mixture evenly into the prepared martini glasses, being careful not to disturb the sugared rim.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Garnish: Garnish each martini with a fresh lemon twist or a small lemon wedge. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 3 min