Best 4 Easy Lemon Drop Martini Cocktail Recipes

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If you're looking for a refreshing and tangy cocktail that's easy to make at home, look no further than the classic Lemon Drop Martini. This delicious drink is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party or simply enjoying a night in. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious Lemon Drop Martini in your hand.

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LEMON DROP MARTINI



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Bursting with zesty citrus flavor, this refreshing cocktail may become your new summertime favorite.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Beverage

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sugar
Grated peel of 1 medium lemon (2 to 3 teaspoons)
1/4 cup citrus-flavored or plain vodka
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur
Ice
Edible flower
1 cup water
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Make Simple Syrup (below).
  • While syrup is cooling, in small bowl, stir together sugar and lemon peel. Moisten rim of martini glass with lemon wedge. Dip rim in sugar mixture. Chill glass in freezer until ready to use.
  • In a cocktail shaker, add vodka, lemon juice, liqueur, 1 1/2 tablespoons Simple Syrup and a handful of ice; shake until well mixed.
  • Pour through a strainer into prepared glass; garnish with edible flower.
  • Simple Syrup: In small saucepan, heat water and sugar over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture simmers and sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; cool.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

LEMON DROP MARTINI



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Creating a fresh lemon drop martini at home is easy. This popular vodka cocktail needs just three ingredients and can be customized to fit your taste.

Provided by Colleen Graham

Categories     Beverage     Cocktail

Time 3m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/8 cup granulated sugar (for rimming)
1 lemon wedge (for rimming)
2 ounces vodka
1 ounce lemon juice (fresh)
1/2 to 3/4 ounce simple syrup (to taste)
Garnish: lemon twist

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Rim a cocktail glass with sugar : Place the sugar in a shallow dish. Wipe a lemon wedge around the glass to wet the surface, then dip it into the sugar. Set aside to dry while you mix the drink.
  • In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, pour the vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  • Shake well .
  • Strain into the rimmed glass.
  • Garnish with a lemon twist. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 8 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1 cocktail (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CLASSY LEMON DROP MARTINI



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This is my signature lemon drop martini recipe - classic and refreshing!

Provided by JillA93

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup vodka
½ cup citrus vodka
½ cup prepared lemonade
¼ cup limoncello liqueur
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup simple syrup
1 ½ cups ice as needed
4 slices lemon

Steps:

  • Combine vodka, citrus vodka, lemonade, limoncello, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake for 10 to 20 seconds.
  • Pour mixture into 4 martini glasses and garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 5.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

LEMON DROP MARTINI



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Very elegant, and so easy to make - you will love this lemon and lime vodka drink.

Provided by Dale W.

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

white sugar
1 long strip of lemon zest
1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger citron vodka
½ ounce lime juice
1 ounce sweet and sour mix
1 cup crushed ice

Steps:

  • Moisten the edges of a martini glass with a little lime juice, and then dip moistened edges into sugar. Place lemon zest strip in glass.
  • Combine vodka, lime juice, sweet and sour mix, and ice in a shaker. Shake vigorously, and strain into a martini glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 4.9 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

Tips:

  • For a sweeter martini, use more simple syrup. For a tarter martini, use less.
  • You can use store-bought lemon juice, but freshly squeezed lemon juice will give your martini a brighter, more flavorful taste.
  • If you don't have lemon zest, you can use a microplane to grate the peel of a lemon.
  • To make your martini extra special, rim the glass with sugar before adding the ingredients.
  • Garnish your martini with a lemon twist or a maraschino cherry.

Conclusion:

The lemon drop martini is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your martinis sweet, tart, or somewhere in between, there is a lemon drop martini recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and delicious cocktail, give the lemon drop martini a try.

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