Want to know the secret to making a perfect Lemon Drop Martini Recipe? A Lemon Drop martini made with homemade limoncello is budget-friendly and delicious. Learn the easy process of making Limoncello and ingredient tips for creating a refreshing cocktail.
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What Are Lemon Drop Martini Ingredients?
A Lemon Drop Martini Ingredients usually consist of vodka, limoncello, simple syrup, and lemon juice. It is a refreshing cocktail that is easy to make. I like to use homemade limoncello in my lemon drop martini recipes.
The limoncello was wonderful when we were in Italy, but I have always felt what you purchase in the US isn’t as good. Then, a few years ago, I ran across a recipe for homemade limoncello, and we have kept a supply on hand ever since.
The homemade limoncello is the secret to making a perfect Lemon Drop Martini Recipe.
Lemon Drop Martini Recipe
In addition to the ingredients to make a lemon drop martini recipe, you will need a cocktail shaker, measuring cup, martini glasses, and a cocktail rimmer.
Homemade Limoncello
If you plan to make your own homemade limoncello, you need to plan ahead. It takes approximately nine days for the vodka to be infused with the lemon zest. See the full recipe – Homemade Limoncello.
How To Make Simple Syrup
You can purchase simple syrup in the grocery store, but you can save money by making your own. To make your own simple syrup, add equal parts water and sugar to a sauce pan. Allow the water to heat to almost boiling or until the sugar is completely dissolved. Pour into a sealable bottle and store in the refrigerator.
Lemon Drop Martini Recipe
Here are our delicious lemon drop martini ingredients and how to mix the perfect cocktail.
Add two ounces of premium vodka and two ounces of limoncello to a measuring cup. Then add one ounce of fresh squeezed lemon juice and one ounce of simple syrup.
If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, reduce the lemon juice and add more simple syrup. Or vice versa if you prefer a tart cocktail. Each lemon drop martini recipe consists of six ounces of liquid. You can adjust the amounts to suit your taste.
Next, add your ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake for approximately one minute to complete chill your martini.
How To Prepare Your Cocktail Glasses
The next steps will enhance the appearance and taste of your lemon drop cocktail.
First, I recommend freezing your martini glasses for 15 minutes before making your recipe. However, if you forget (like I usually do), add a few ice cubes and fill the glasses with water. This will chill the glass while you are mixing your martinis.
Once you have your cocktail shaken, remove the glass from the freezer or dump the water and ice in. Next, use a slice of lemon to rub it around the entire rim of the glass.
Fill your cocktail rimmer with sugar and press the dampened rim of the glass into the sugar. Stain the ice with your cocktail strainer and pour the liquid into the martini glass.
Garnish with a lemon slice and lemon zest curls.
Enjoy this refreshing and delicious cocktail with cheese, crackers, or other yummy appetizers.
I will be serving this Lemon Drop Martini recipe for our bi-monthly Supper Club series, which this month is Game Night. Be sure to check back next week for all the yummy game night recipes.
A Perfect Lemon Drop Martini Recipe
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Easy and delicious lemon drop martini recipe made with homemade limoncello
Ingredients
- 2 oz. premium vodka
- 2 oz. limoncello
- 1 oz. fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 oz. simple syrup
Instructions
- Chill the cocktail glass before mixing the recipe
- Mix all ingredients together
- Pour into an ice-filled cocktail shaker
- Shake for one minute
- Rub a wedge of lemon around the rim of the cocktail glass
- Dip into a sugar rimmer
- Stain the ice and pour the lemon drop martini recipe into the chilled glass
- Garnish with a lemon slice or lemon zest curls.
Notes
If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, add more simple syrup and less lemon juice. And vise versa if you prefer a more tart cocktail.
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Missy
Saturday 31st of August 2024
I always order a lemon drop martini when I have the chance. I can’t wait to try your recipe!
Rachel
Sunday 1st of September 2024
Missy, I know you will love this version.
Jen
Friday 30th of August 2024
Yum! This sounds delicious, Rachel. I love anything lemon flavored so I can't wait to try this!
Rachel
Saturday 31st of August 2024
Jen It's so good.
Kim | Shiplap and Shells
Saturday 24th of August 2024
Now, THIS is a drink I can get excited about! I love limoncello, especially after our trip to Italy. Thanks for sharing, Rachel!
Rachel
Monday 26th of August 2024
Kim you are welcome. Enjoy
Kim, You are welcome! Enjoy!
Mary from Life at Bella Terra
Friday 23rd of August 2024
Rachel, I made lots of homemade limoncello this spring with the lemons from our orchard. I will need to try this when we get back to Phoenix as all my limoncello is there and not at our cabin! Looks so delicious.
Rachel
Friday 23rd of August 2024
Mary, It's so good. Let me know if you try it.