Hamdi Saidani The Pioneer Woman Lemon Drop Martini is a bright and refreshing cocktail, which includes vodka and fresh lemon juice. It’s a great drink for happy hour or summer parties, ready in just 5 minutes.
Pioneer Woman Lemon Drop Martini Ingredients
- 4 oz. vodka
- 1 oz. triple sec
- 2 oz. fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz. simple syrup
- Granulated sugar, for garnish
- Lemon twists, for garnish
How To Make Pioneer Woman Lemon Drop Martini
- Prep the glasses: Rub a lemon wedge around the rims of 2 martini glasses. Dip the rims into granulated sugar to coat.
- Shake the cocktail: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Strain and serve: Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until the mixture is chilled. Strain evenly into the prepared glasses.
- Garnish: Add a lemon twist to each glass and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- Can I use bottled lemon juice? Fresh lemon juice is best for flavor, but bottled can be used in a pinch.
- What’s the best vodka to use? Choose a high-quality vodka for a smoother cocktail.
- Can I make a pitcher version? Yes, multiply ingredients by the number of servings and mix in a pitcher. Shake individual servings with ice.
- How do I make simple syrup? Combine equal parts sugar and water, heat until dissolved, then cool.
- How to get sugar to stick to the rim? Use a lemon wedge to moisten the rim before dipping in sugar.
What To Serve With Lemon Drop Martini
Pair this tangy cocktail with:
- Shrimp cocktail
- Cheese and fruit platter
- Mini crab cakes
- Lemon shortbread cookies
- Light pasta dishes
How To Store Lemon Drop Martini
Refrigerate: Store any leftover mixture in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Shake with ice before serving.
Freeze: Not recommended to freeze, but you can chill the glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving.
Lemon Drop Martini Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 263 kcal
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 18mg
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Sugar: 28g
- Protein: 0g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods.
FAQs
What’s in a lemon drop martini?
A classic lemon drop martini includes vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Can you use bottled lemon juice?
Yes, but fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor.
How do you get the sugar to stick to the rim of the glass?
Moisten the rim with a lemon wedge, then dip into granulated sugar.
Can I make this drink in advance?
Yes, mix ingredients ahead and chill. Shake with ice just before serving.
What’s the best garnish for a lemon martini?
A lemon twist adds a classic finishing touch.
Try More Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake
- Pioneer Woman Lemon Shortbread Cookies
- Pioneer Woman Lemon Blueberry Grits
Pioneer Woman Lemon Drop Martini
Description
A bright and tangy vodka cocktail with lemon juice and simple syrup, perfect for warm weather and happy hour.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Rub lemon wedge on rims and dip glasses in sugar.
- Add vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, and syrup to shaker with ice.
- Shake 30 seconds until cold.
- Strain into glasses and garnish with lemon twist.
