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Lemon Drop Martini cocktail

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Lemon Drop Martini

A tart and sweet vodka-based cocktail with a sugared rim.

Base
Vodka
Difficulty
Easy
Strength
Medium
Origin
United States

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Coat the rim of a Coupe Glass with sugar and set aside.
  2. Fill a Cocktail Shaker with ice.
  3. Add Vodka, Triple Sec, Lemon Juice, and Simple Syrup.
  4. Shake until well-chilled.
  5. Strain into the Coupe Glass.

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About the Lemon Drop Martini

The Lemon Drop Martini is a vibrant cocktail that beautifully balances tart lemon juice with the sweetness of simple syrup and triple sec. This classic drink, typically served with a sugared rim, originated in the United States and quickly became a favorite for its lively flavor and elegant presentation.

Often enjoyed at celebrations or as a pre-dinner cocktail, the Lemon Drop Martini is a versatile and refreshing choice that adds a bright note to any occasion.

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How this compares

  • Cosmopolitan

    Both are tart and sweet vodka-based cocktails, but the Cosmopolitan features cranberry juice, making it fruitier, while the Lemon Drop Martini focuses on lemon.

  • Sidecar

    The Sidecar also balances tart and sweet, but with brandy and orange liqueur, offering a stronger, more complex flavor compared to the Lemon Drop's fresh lemon kick.

  • Gimlet

    Both cocktails use a tart citrus profile, but the Gimlet features lime juice and gin, while the Lemon Drop uses lemon and vodka.

  • Whiskey Sour

    The Whiskey Sour shares the tartness with lemon juice but uses whiskey as the base, offering a richer and more robust flavor compared to the Lemon Drop's lighter, sweeter profile.

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