Stateside Lemon Drop Martini Recipe
Stateside vodka, Fresh lemon juice, simple syrup
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine equal parts sugar and water (1 cup each) until the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool before using.
- 2
Juice the Lemons
Roll the fresh lemons on a countertop to soften them, then cut them in half and juice them until you have 1 oz of fresh lemon juice.
Mixing the Cocktail
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add 2 oz of Stateside vodka, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
- 4
Shake the Mixture
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, ensuring the mixture is well chilled.
- 5
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Twist a piece of lemon peel over the drink to release its oils, then add as a garnish to the martini. Serve immediately.