Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Lemon twist for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Martini glass
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
3. Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
5. Garnish with a lemon twist.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- 1 serving
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Sugar: 14g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of vodka you prefer.
- Cointreau can be used instead of triple sec.
- You can use bottled lemon juice instead of fresh lemon juice.
- Agave syrup can be used instead of simple syrup.
Variations:
- You can add a splash of cranberry juice to make a pink lemon drop martini.
- You can add a splash of blue curaçao to make a blue lemon drop martini.
- You can add a splash of raspberry liqueur to make a raspberry lemon drop martini.
Tips and tricks:
- To make simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan and heat until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool before using.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Chill the martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
Storage instructions:
- This cocktail is best served fresh and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
- This cocktail should not be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the lemon drop martini in a chilled martini glass with a lemon twist garnish.
Garnishes:
- Lemon twist
Pairings:
- This cocktail pairs well with seafood, salads, and light appetizers.
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled shrimp skewers
- Caprese salad
- Bruschetta
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cocktail is too tart, add more simple syrup.
- If the cocktail is too sweet, add more lemon juice.
Food safety advice:
- Always drink responsibly and never drink and drive.
Food history:
- The lemon drop martini is a popular cocktail that originated in the United States in the 1970s.
Flavor profiles:
- The lemon drop martini is sweet, tart, and refreshing.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the lemon drop martini as a pre-dinner cocktail or at a cocktail party.
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Taste: Citrusy, Sweet, Tart, Refreshing