Lemon drop cocktail

Lemon drop cocktail

The Lemon drop cocktail is a type of cocktail that is known for its sweet and sour flavor profile. It is typically made with vodka, lemon juice, triple sec, and simple syrup. The drink is often served in a martini glass with a sugared rim, which adds an extra touch of sweetness to balance the tartness of the lemon juice.

History

The Lemon drop cocktail is believed to have been created in the 1970s at Henry Africa's, a bar in San Francisco, California. It was named after the popular lemon drop candy, which shares a similar sweet and sour flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 oz vodka
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1/2 oz triple sec
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Sugar (for rimming the glass)
• Lemon twist (for garnish)

Preparation

1. Rim a martini glass with sugar.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, lemon juice, triple sec, and simple syrup.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.
4. Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
5. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Variations

There are several variations of the Lemon drop cocktail, including:

• Raspberry Lemon Drop: Made with raspberry vodka and garnished with fresh raspberries.
• Blueberry Lemon Drop: Made with blueberry vodka and garnished with fresh blueberries.
• Lemon Drop Martini: A stronger version of the cocktail, often with a higher ratio of vodka.

Related Pages

• Cocktail
• Vodka
• Lemon juice
• Triple sec
• Simple syrup
• Martini glass
• Henry Africa's