Lemon Drop Recipe | Classic Citrus Cocktail Favorite

Bright and lively, this lemon drop recipe is the perfect balance of spicy and sweet in a cocktail glass. It is made using vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup, then shaken with ice and served in a sugar-rimmed martini glass to add elegance.

The drink is designated for its taste, which mimics the classic lemon drop candy – zesty and sugars with a citrus kick. Ideal for Happy Hour, Brunch, or a refreshing summer sip, it is prepared and incredibly satisfying. You can easily customize it by using citrus-swatt vodka or by adding a splash of Limonsalo for extra depth.

The Chinese rim adds a delightful contrast to the visual appeal and the taste of pungent lemon. Whether you are new to making cocktails or an experienced mixologist, this drink should be an effort. It is crisp, refreshing, and always a crowd favorite.

Lemon Drop Recipe

Lemon Drop Recipe

Lemon drop recipe is a classic cocktail known for its bright, citrus zing and fully balanced sweet-tart taste. Inspired by lemon drop candy, this elegant beverage is usually made with vodka, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup, until it is served in icy and sugar-rich martini glass. It is a fresh favorite for summer evening, brunch ceremonies, or anytime you want a clean and vibrant cocktail.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Cocktail, Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 1 people

Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

• Cocktail shaker
• Jigger or measuring tool
• Fine mesh strainer (optional)
• Martini glass
• Small plate (for sugar rim)

Ingredients

  

• 1,5 oz vodka
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup (1:1 ratio sugar to water)
• Ice cubes
• Superfine sugar (for rimming the glass)
• Lemon twist (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

 

• Prepare glass: Run a lemon nail around a cold martini glass rim. Dip the rim in a plate of superfine sugar to coat.
• Stir the drink: In a cocktail shaker, add vodka, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
• shake vigorously: Stir well for about 15 seconds until the shaker cools down.
• Stress and service: Stress the mixture in the prepared glass. If desired, garnish with a lemon bend.

Notes

Perfectly cool and sweet with a citrus punch, lemon drop recipe is a crowded cocktail that is easy to make and effective to serve.

Keyword Lemon Drop Recipe

Flavour Profile of Lemon Drop Recipe

Zesty citrus glow

• Fresh lemon juice gives the drink a sharp, tangy kick to its signature, vibrant, and energetic.

Sparkl.The acidity of lemon.

• Dominates initially, which is a clean, pungent pungent that awakens the palate.

Sweet balance notes

• Simple syrup or triple compress adds smooth sweetness to remove the sharp edges of lemon, which has a balanced sweet-tart taste.

SpinalCordd Vodka

• offers a neutral, crisp base that allows citrus tastes to shine without any time.

Smooth and silky texture

• When shaken well with ice, the drink develops a light to cool, velvet mouthfeel.

Lemon fragrance

• A lemon twist or sugared rim increases the fragrance and adds a fragrat, fragrant aroma for each sip.

Cris.p The drink has a dull citrus zing with a clean,

• slightly sweet aftertaste. Sometimes a minor herbal or bitter signal. If the lemon gesture or limoncello is included, it can combine microscopic complexity with a sign of bitterness or herbal notes.

Lemon Drop Recipe Nutrition & Calories

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