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Lemon Drop Cocktail

A refreshing and tangy cocktail made with fresh lemon juice, vodka, and sugar, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Cocktail, Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail Ingredients
  • 1 cup vodka Use a good quality vodka for best flavor
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed for optimal taste
  • 1/4 cup simple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 4 slices lemon For garnish
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar For rimming the glass

Method
 

Prepare the Glass
  1. Rub a lemon slice around the rim of each glass and dip the rim in granulated sugar to coat.
Mix the Cocktail
  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.
Serve
  1. Strain the mixture into the prepared glasses filled with ice.
  2. Garnish with a lemon slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

For a sweeter drink, increase the amount of simple syrup. You can also add a splash of club soda for a fizzy version.

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