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Strain into the prepared martini glass and serve immediately.

Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

The Lemon Drop Martini is a bright, refreshing cocktail with the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Made with vodka, fresh lemon juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup, it’s smooth, citrusy, and ideal for both casual evenings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 256
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz vodka citron vodka recommended
  • 3/4 oz Cointreau or triple sec
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 oz simple syrup
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 Zest of lemon

Method
 

  1. Add the sugar to a plate.
  2. Rub the lemon zest into the sugar with your fingers until fragrant and lightly yellow.
    Rub the lemon zest into the sugar with your fingers until fragrant and lightly yellow.
  3. Chill a martini glass. Moisten the rim with a lemon wedge, then dip the rim into the lemon sugar. Set aside.
  4. Add vodka, Cointreau (or triple sec), lemon juice, simple syrup, and a handful of ice to a cocktail shaker.
  5. Shake well for about 30 seconds, until very cold.
  6. Strain into the prepared martini glass and serve immediately.
    Strain into the prepared martini glass and serve immediately.

Notes

If your Lemon Drop Martini isn’t perfect the first time, congrats. You’re doing it right. Adjust it, laugh about it, and try again. That’s kind of the whole point.