Huckleberry Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

Chill glass

Place a martini glass in the freezer or fill with ice water to chill while you prepare the cocktail.

Muddle lemon

In a cocktail shaker, add one lemon wedge (reserve a twist for garnish). Gently muddle just to release bright lemon oils and about 1/2 oz juice — avoid over-muddling the pith to prevent bitterness.

Add spirits and sweeteners

Add 2 oz North Cointreau Huckleberry Vodka, 0.5 oz Cointreau, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and 0.25 oz huckleberry syrup (if using) to the shaker.

Add ice and shake

Fill the shaker with ice (about 6 cubes). Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is very cold and the contents are well-aerated.

Prepare glass rim (optional)

If you like a sugared rim, empty the chilled glass of ice water (if used). Rub the lemon wedge around the rim and dip lightly into 1 tsp sugar to coat.

Strain and serve

Double-strain the cocktail into the chilled martini glass using a Hawthorne and fine mesh strainer to remove ice shards and pulp for a smooth drink.

Express the reserved lemon twist over the drink to release oils, then drop it into the glass or hang on the rim. Optionally skewer 1–2 huckleberries and rest them on the rim or float them in the cocktail.

Serve immediately. Enjoy responsibly.