Lemon Drop Martini
A bright vodka sour with a sugared rim.
Drink details
Glass
Martini Glass
Ice
No Ice
Method
Shaken
Strength
Medium
Servings
1
Recipe
Ingredients
Vodka
30 ml
Triple Sec
20 ml
Lemon Juice
Freshly squeezed
15 ml
Rating
Rate this drink
Method
Preparation
- 1
Pour the vodka, triple sec and freshly squeezed lemon juice into a shaker with ice.
- 2
Shake well and strain into a chilled Martini glass.
About the Lemon Drop Martini
The Lemon Drop Martini is a citrus-forward vodka cocktail combining vodka, fresh lemon juice and orange liqueur with sweetness to balance the acidity. Inspired by the sweet-and-sour character of lemon candy, it became particularly popular as a modern Martini-style drink. Despite the name, it is more closely related to a vodka sour than a traditional Martini. The finished cocktail should be crisp, refreshing and distinctly lemon-forward rather than excessively sweet.
What does a Lemon Drop Martini taste like?
A Lemon Drop Martini tastes bright, tart and distinctly lemon-forward, with enough sweetness to soften the citrus acidity without hiding it. Vodka provides a clean base, while orange liqueur adds subtle citrus depth and a rounded finish.
Tips for making a Lemon Drop Martini
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and chill the serving glass thoroughly. Balance the sweetness against the acidity before serving, as lemons vary in sharpness. If using a sugar rim, keep the drink itself slightly drier so the additional sweetness from the rim does not overwhelm the citrus.
