How to make a Lemon Drop Martini

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower in calories and has a lower glycemic index.

vodka

💰Cheaper: grain alcohol

Grain alcohol is often less expensive and has a similar flavor profile.

triple sec

💰Cheaper: orange liqueur

Orange liqueur can be a more affordable substitute.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

Pour coarse sugar onto a dish for the sugared rim.

Cut a lemon in half and rim the glass with lemon juice.

Dip the rim of the glass upside down into the sugar to coat it.

In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of vodka.

Add 1 oz of simple syrup (made from equal parts sugar and water, heated to dissolve and cooled).

Add 1 oz of lemon juice (approximately from 2 lemons, depending on juiciness).

Add a splash of Cointreau (optional).

Add a couple of ice cubes to the shaker.

Shake the mixture until well chilled.

Add a couple of ice cubes to the glass.

Strain the mixture from the shaker into the prepared glass.

Equipment Needed

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