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The Best Classic Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

A frosty lemon drop martini in a coupe glass with a thick sugar rim and an orange slice garnish.
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Make this classic Lemon Drop Martini at home. It balances sweet and tart flavors perfectly and features an elegant sugar-rimmed glass presentation. This refreshing vodka cocktail is quick to prepare for happy hour.

Ingredients

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  • 2 oz Vodka (Citron vodka works well)
  • 1 oz Fresh lemon juice
  • 0.75 oz Simple syrup
  • Granulated sugar for rimming
  • Lemon wedge for rimming and garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare your martini glass by chilling it thoroughly.
  2. Take a lemon wedge and rub it around the outer rim of the chilled glass.
  3. Pour granulated sugar onto a small plate. Gently dip the moistened rim of the glass into the sugar to create an even sugar rim. Set the glass aside.
  4. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  5. Add the vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  6. Seal the shaker and shake well until the mixture is very cold.
  7. Strain the mixture into the prepared, sugar-rimmed martini glass.
  8. Garnish with a thin lemon twist or wheel before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, make your simple syrup by combining equal parts granulated sugar and water in a saucepan, heating until the sugar dissolves, and then cooling completely before use.
  • If you prefer a less sweet drink, start with 0.5 oz of simple syrup and adjust to your taste.
  • To make this a Zesty Lemon Martini, use fresh lemon zest in the shaker with the other ingredients and strain well.

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