Description
Savor the refreshing taste of a Lemon Drop Martini, a delightful cocktail that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. This vibrant drink is made with freshly squeezed lemon juice and simple syrup, making it a fantastic choice for summer gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Its elegant presentation, featuring a sugared rim and fresh lemon twist, ensures that this cocktail impresses on any occasion. Plus, it’s quick to prepare—perfect for those spontaneous moments when you want to treat yourself or entertain guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 4 oz simple syrup (1 cup sugar + 1 cup water)
- Granulated sugar for garnish
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the glasses by wetting the rims with lemon juice and dipping them in granulated sugar.
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water to make the simple syrup; simmer until dissolved and cool.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, mix 2 oz of fresh lemon juice, 4 oz of simple syrup, and shake well until chilled.
- Strain the mixture into prepared glasses.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon on top.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Lemon Drop Martini (6 oz)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg