Lemon Drop Limoncello Martini

Back in the 80s’, shots and shooters became popular. There was B52, Slippery Nipple, Sex on the Beach, Kamikaze, Blow Job, Sambuca, Tequila Slammer, Orgasm, etc. Yes, many of these had sexual innuendo names 🙄 making them quite sought-after.
 
Another one that was also quite in demand back then was the Lemon Drop! It was more a lady’s shooter; I liked it! On the other hand, I’ve never been crazy having shots or shooters – I’m more of a social butterfly 🦋 and like sipping my drink slowly instead of consuming it in one gulp.
 
Being a bartender during that era, I turned this famous shooter into a Lemon Drop Limoncello Martini instead! It was an OMG 🤯! The taste was pretty similar to the one-shot drink except slightly elevated. This cocktail became trendy as many enjoyed the Lemon Drop but wanted to sip it slowly…
 
I’m a martini girl 🍸! It can be Banana Split, Blood Orange, Saketini, Blue Ice, Chocolate, Appletini, Dirty Dry, Pomegranate, Napoleon, Chocolate Grasshopper, Lychee, Espresso, Crantini, Melon, Spicy Martini, and the list goes on…
 
Back to the Lemon Drop Limoncello Martini…
The mix is slightly different from many out there. First, in the glass of a Boston shaker over ice cubes 🧊, I strain some freshly squeezed lemon juice through a fine sieve to catch the pulp. It’s not necessary but for a cleaner result, that’s the way to go. I personally don’t like seeing it floating in my drink.
 
Then the alcohol goes in: Limoncello and Vodka. When it comes to this Italian liqueur, you can make 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳 it from scratch by clicking right here… Homemade Limoncello Liqueur. It’s followed by Simple Syrup which can also be made at home. Here’s the link… Simple Syrup
 
After placing the metal tumbler on top, tap down to secure it and shake vigorously, the mix is strained into a martini glass coated with a sugar rim. Add a lemon twist or lemon wheel 🍋 and voilà, you’ve got yourself the BEST cocktail ever!!!
 
I love citrus and this Lemon Drop Limoncello Martini delivers perfectly! Easy and quick ⏳ to make, this elegant cocktail is refreshing and tasty plus it has a beautiful balance of sweet and sour. It’s a lovely drink to enjoy…
Cheers! 🥂
 
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– Homemade Tia Maria
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Lemon Drop Limoncello Martini

This refreshing Lemon Drop Limoncello Martini is an elegant cocktail! It has a beautiful balance of sweet and sour.

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Servings 1 drink

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Passive Time 0 minutes mins

Ingredients

  

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• 1 lemon wedge, for glass rim
• 2 tbsp. granulated sugar
• 3 to 4 large ice cubes
• 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice tips & tricks
• 2 ounces Limoncello liqueur see Recipe
• 2 ounces Vodka
• 1 ounce simple syrup, or more to taste see Recipe
• 1 lemon twist

Directions

 

• Run a lemon wedge around the rim before dipping the prepared martini glass in granulated sugar, making sure the rim is nicely coated.
• Add ice cubes to the glass of the Boston shaker. Pour in freshly squeezed lemon juice through a fine sieve to catch the pulp; discard.
• Add limoncello, vodka and simple syrup. Place metal tumbler on top, tap down to secure it, and shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
• Place strainer on top and pour the mix into the prepared martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist or lemon wheel.

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