Lemon Drop Martini
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Lemon Drop Martini
Description
The Lemon Drop Martini recipe involves preparing lemon sugar by combining granulated sugar with lemon zest to coat the martini glass rim, lending a fresh citrus aroma and sweetness. The cocktail is made by shaking vodka, freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and Cointreau (or triple sec) with ice until very cold. Strained into the rim-coated glass, it offers bright acidity and smooth sweetness with a subtle orange flavor from the liqueur.
This cocktail is enjoyed immediately to preserve its crisp temperature and the fresh lemon garnish. The contrasting textures of the tangy sugar rim and smooth liquid enhance the drinking experience. Cointreau is preferred due to its higher alcohol content, but triple sec works as a suitable substitution.
For the lemon twist garnish, a thin strip of lemon peel is cut and twisted to release oils and shape, adding fragrance and a decorative touch to the drink.
Ingredients
Lemon Sugar (Makes enough for 4 drinks)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- lemon about 1 tablespoon, zest from 1 small
Lemon Drop Martini
- 2 oz. vodka
- 1 ½ oz. lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¾ oz. simple syrup
- ¾ oz. Cointreau or triple sec
- ice for shaking
- Lemon sugar for garnish
- lemon for garnish, wedge or twist
Instructions
- Make the lemon sugar
- In a small bowl or plate, combine the sugar and lemon zest. Stir until mixed, and set aside.
- Run a lemon wedge along the rim of a martini glass.
- Dip the glass into the lemon sugar, turning the glass to coat the rim.
- Make the Lemon Drop Martini
- Place ice in a cocktail shaker.
- Measure in the vodka, freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup and Cointreau.
- Shake until the liquid inside is frigid, then strain and pour into the lemon sugar-lined martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or wedge, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Cointreau has a higher alcohol content than traditional triple sec but both are suitable in this recipe.
- To make a lemon twist garnish, cut a lemon peel strip and twist it around a finger or straw to hold its shape.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1drink
Amount Per Serving
Calories 625 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 625kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 106g | 35% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 18mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 87g | 174% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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