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American · Dessert
Lemon Drop Martini
Bright, citrusy, and perfectly balanced, this classic cocktail delivers a tangy-sweet punch with a silky smooth finish. The sugar rim adds a delightful crunch while premium vodka and fresh lemon juice shine through, creating that signature pucker-and-smile moment. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself after a long day.

Ingredients
- 2 oz premium vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1/4 oz triple sec or Cointreau
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar for rim
- 1 lemon wheel for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Chill a martini glass in the freezer for at least 10 minutes before serving.
- Pour sugar onto a small plate. Run a lemon wedge around the rim of the chilled glass, then dip the rim into sugar to coat evenly.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add vodka, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and triple sec to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- Double strain through a fine-mesh strainer into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim and serve immediately.
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