What is Tangy, Sweet and Makes your Mouth Water? The BEST EVER Lemon Drop Martini!

Few cocktails are as universally loved as the Lemon Drop Martini. This vibrant, citrus-infused drink combines the tartness of fresh lemon with the smooth kick of vodka, creating a perfectly balanced and refreshing beverage. Lemon Drop Martinis are tangy and sweet, and just thinking about one makes my mouth water.

Besides tasting fabulous, lemon drop martinis are refreshing and full of vitamin C. Can you imagine having a ‘healthy’ martini with just three ingredients? A Lemon Drop Martini is my ‘go-to’ Martini; I love it.

Whether you’re a seasoned mixologist or a casual cocktail enthusiast, the Lemon Drop Martini is a must-try.

I have this tiny Meyer Lemon tree, but as you can see from the photos, my lemons are giant for the size of the tree. It’s been fun watching this tiny little tree produce these big lemons. What better use for my Meyer lemons than a Lemon Drop Martini!

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Lemon Drop Martini Ingredients

1. Lemon Flavored Vodka
2. Non-alcoholic Triple Sec
3. Lemon Juice
4. Slice of lemon and Sugar for Garnish

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Tips

You will need a good citrus vodka. I’ve tried numerous brands, but I always return to Absolut Citron. Ketel One Citroen would be my second choice.

You’ll also need a non-alcoholic triple-sec syrup. As you can see from my photo, I have 2 different non-alcoholic triple-sec syrups. Fee Brothers on the left is my favorite, but it is difficult to find. I get it at Green’s Discount Liquor in SC. You can buy the Cocktail Artist Triple Sec Syrup on the right from Walmart.

You can also try 1883 Maison Routin, another excellent but more expensive Triple Sec Syrup I bought here. No matter your choice, you won’t be disappointed in the Lemon Drop Martini.

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I have at least a dozen shakers, but one favorite. The shaker doesn’t leak; you won’t have to hit the shaker against the sink to get the top off, and the cap will measure from 1/2 to 1.5 ounces with clearly marked labels. Measure the perfect amount every time. And it is dishwasher safe!

Plus, once you get the hang of shaking, you’ll feel like a total pro, impressing your friends and yourself with your newfound bartending skills. So why not add a little shake, shake, shake to your life and upgrade your happy hour?

And don’t forget the chilled martini glass. Nothing is worse than a martini in a warm glass. Check out these two I recommend: Joy Jolt set of 6 martini glasses in multi-colors and Crafthouse by Fortessa, set of 4 martini glasses. They are both dishwasher safe. Joy Jolt is a short martini glass, great for stacking in the freezer, and the Crafthouse by Fortessa is tall and elegant. Still, finding a good spot to lay it down in the freezer is harder.

How to make a Lemon Drop Martini

Start by chilling your martini glass and place it in the freezer.

Pour the lemon Vodka, non-alcoholic triple sec, and lemon juice into a shaker half full of ice. Let it sit for one minute while you rim the martini glass.

Put a tablespoon of sugar on a small plate.

Rub the slice of lemon around the rim of the martini glass.

Place the upside-down martini glass into the sugar.

Shake the shaker vigorously for 15 seconds and pour the strained ingredients into the chilled and rimmed martini glass.

Tips

Adjusting the ingredients based on your taste preference is also easy. For example, reduce the lemon juice if the recipe is too tart; if it’s too sweet, reduce the non-alcoholic triple sec. And if it tastes too strong, you didn’t let the drink get “it’s melt on.” You need to let it sit in the shaker for one minute. That’s the secret.

The Lemon Drop Martini is an easy cocktail to make but has a powerful impact on your taste buds. Its perfect balance of tart and sweet, combined with the smoothness of vodka, makes it a versatile and crowd-pleasing drink. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening at home or hosting a lively gathering, the Lemon Drop Martini will impress. Cheers to crafting and enjoying this timeless classic!

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