Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 1/2 oz vodka
- 1/2 oz triple sec
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Sugar for rimming
- Lemon twist for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Shot glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
a. Rim the shot glasses with sugar by dipping the rim in water or lemon juice and then into sugar.
b. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
c. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
d. Strain the mixture into the shot glasses.
e. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: N/A
5. Temperature:
Serve chilled.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 2-3 shots.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Total Fat: 0g
Sodium: 2mg
Total Carbohydrates: 13g
Sugars: 12g
Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any brand of vodka or triple sec.
- You can substitute fresh lemon juice with bottled lemon juice.
- You can use honey or agave syrup instead of simple syrup.
Variations:
- You can add a splash of cranberry juice or blue curaçao for a different flavor and color.
- You can use lime juice instead of lemon juice for a different citrus flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Chill the shot glasses before rimming with sugar for a better adherence.
- Use a cocktail strainer to remove any pulp or ice from the mixture.
Storage instructions:
This recipe is best served fresh and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
N/A
Presentation ideas:
Serve the Lemon Drop Shooter in a shot glass with a sugared rim and a lemon twist for garnish.
Garnishes:
Lemon twist
Pairings:
This shooter pairs well with appetizers such as shrimp cocktail or bruschetta.
Suggested side dishes:
N/A
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sugar rim falls off, try dipping the rim in water or lemon juice again and then into sugar.
- If the mixture is too tart, add more simple syrup to taste.
Food safety advice:
Drink responsibly and do not consume if under the legal drinking age.
Food history:
The Lemon Drop Shooter is a popular cocktail that originated in the United States in the 1970s.
Flavor profiles:
The Lemon Drop Shooter is a sweet and tart cocktail with a citrusy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Lemon Drop Shooter as a fun and festive shot at parties or as a pre-dinner drink.
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Taste: Tart, Sour, Citrusy, Refreshing