Lemon Drop

How to Make Lemon Drop

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1. Chill a martini glass in the freezer, or fill it with ice and water while you make the drink.

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2. Rub the rim of the glass with the lemon wedge, dip it in the caster sugar, and shake off the excess.

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3. Put the vodka, lemon juice, orange liqueur and sugar syrup in a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice and shake hard for 12 seconds, until the outside is frosted.

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4. Strain into the sugar-rimmed glass and garnish with the twist of lemon peel.

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Tips for Making Lemon Drop

• Use fresh lemon juice. It gives the drink its clean, sharp edge, and bottled juice turns it flat and syrupy.
• Shake the drink until the shaker is frosted. It should be very cold, since a warm lemon drop tastes sweet and heavy.
• Sugar only half the rim if you prefer it less sweet. The rim is part of the drink, and a partial rim lets the drinker choose.

What to Serve with Lemon Drop

• Salted nuts
• Lemon shortbread
• Sushi

Storing & Reheating Lemon Drop

Best made and drunk at once. The mixed vodka, lemon and syrup can be kept in the fridge for a day and shaken with ice when needed.

Lemon Drop FAQ: Common Questions

Lemon Drop Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.