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Limoncello Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

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The Limoncello Lemon Drop Martini is a bright, fresh, and sweet-tart cocktail perfect for spring and summer nights, brunches, or a relaxing treat. This easy-to-make drink combines chilled Limoncello, vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup, served in a sugared-rim martini glass with a lemon twist garnish for a refreshing citrus punch.

Ingredients

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For the Cocktail

  • 2 oz Limoncello (chilled)
  • 1 oz vodka (plain or citrus-flavored)
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice (about half a lemon)
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup (or more to taste)
  • Ice (a handful)

For the Garnish

  • Sugar (for the rim)
  • Lemon twist (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Sugar the Rim: Pour some sugar onto a small plate. Rub the edge of a martini glass with a lemon wedge to moisten it, then dip the rim into the sugar until fully coated.
  2. Juice the Lemon: Squeeze half a lemon to extract about 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, straining out seeds and pulp if a smoother texture is desired.
  3. Add Ingredients to Shaker: Into a cocktail shaker, pour 2 oz of chilled limoncello, 1 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz simple syrup, and a handful of ice.
  4. Shake It Up: Seal the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels cold and frosty, chilling and mixing the ingredients perfectly.
  5. Strain & Pour: Strain the mixture into the prepared sugared martini glass, using a fine mesh strainer if desired to remove any ice shards or pulp.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Add a lemon twist on top as a garnish. Serve immediately while icy cold and enjoy.

Notes

  • Chill your martini glass ahead of time for an extra refreshing experience.
  • Always use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
  • Adjust the simple syrup amount based on your preferred sweetness.
  • For a kid-friendly version, mix lemonade and sparkling water in a fancy glass with a sugar rim instead of alcohol.
  • Make-ahead tip: Mix Limoncello, vodka, and simple syrup in advance and refrigerate without lemon juice; add lemon juice and shake before serving.
  • Variations include using flavored vodka or adding a splash of orange liqueur for extra citrus depth.

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