Strawberry Lemon Drop Martini
A strawberry lemon drop martini is a sweet spin on the classic lemon drop cocktail. Give it a try, and if you’re like everyone else, you’ll be smitten!
I’ve been making the best lemon drop martini you’ll ever have for years now.
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So it’s only natural to add to the flavor profile of the classic and venture into strawberry lemon drop martini territory.
I had never felt the need to improve upon this recipe, however, it occurred to me a while ago, that I didn’t need to improve upon it, and could still enjoy something a little different. It’s rather like having strawberry lemonade once in a while. The classic old fashioned lemonade may still be best, but who’s keeping score?
Speaking of lemonade, try this cranberry lemonade (with or without a kick)!
Strawberry lemon drop martinis are perfect for summer entertaining.
Much like these blood orange margaritas are key for enjoying Cinco de Mayo or Mexican dishes! I hope you enjoy them and share in good health!
Fresh Strawberry Lemon Drop Martini
Recipe by Christina Conte (with tips from Nick the bartender) Makes 1
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Ingredients
- fresh strawberries
- simple syrup
- Ketel One Citroen Vodka
- lemon juice (fresh Meyer lemons are best)
- sugar (for rimming glass)
8 oz martini glass
Directions
Rub a cut lemon around the rim of the martini glass, then place the rim in sugar (on a flat plate.)
Place the chopped strawberries in a beverage shaker with the simple syrup.
Muddle the strawberries well.
Fill the shaker with ice.
Add the vodka and lemon juice to the shaker.
Close and shake for 10 seconds. Strain into the prepared glass, and garnish the strawberry lemon drop martini with a strawberry and a lemon slice. Repeat as needed because everyone’s going to want one! (NOTE: a standard sized shaker can accommodate the ingredients for two drinks at a time.)
Cheers!
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Fresh Strawberry Lemon Drop Martini
Special Equipment
- 1 8 oz martini glass
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz Ketel One Citroen Vodka
- 2 oz lemon juice (fresh Meyer lemons are best)
- 3 strawberries (2 fresh, chopped and one whole)
- 2 oz simple syrup see notes
- sugar for rimming glass
- 1 lemon slice
Instructions
- Rub a cut lemon around the rim of the martini glass, then place the rim in sugar (on a flat plate.)
- Place the 2 chopped strawberries in a beverage shaker with the simple syrup. Muddle the strawberries well.
- Fill the beverage container with ice then add the vodka and lemon juice. Close and shake for 10 seconds.
- Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish the strawberry lemon drop martini with a strawberry and lemon slice and repeat as needed because everyone's going to want one! CHEERS!
Notes
- A standard sized shaker can accommodate the ingredients for two drinks at a time.
- If you don't have simple syrup, make it using a 1:1 ratio of boiling water and sugar. Stir until the sugar has melted, cool, and use as desired.
- You can use a premade strawberry syrup, but it won't taste as good!
Nutrition
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I love the sound of this martini, it looks amazing!
Thanks so much, Marye!
Christina these look amazing- What a perfect Summertime drink!
Thanks, Arman!
Oh oh oh! this looks absolutely lovely Christina! I’d love to sip one on the patio with you. (Shake it fifty times, huh? Hope I can count that high.)
That would be lovely, Allie! Yes, NOT 49 or 51, exactly FIFTY!! :)
If I drank vodka, I’d drink this right up, it looks amazing!
Summer perfected! I am holding out for the Rhubarb Lemon Drop Martini! :)
I think it’d have to be a plain old rhubarb martini, Cathy. What do you think? I’m guessing the tart of the rhubarb and lemon together might require a more sugar than would be good for us?! :) I’m game for trying though!
These look perfect for summer and a nice little twist on your classic recipe! I need to find martini glasses now…
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Oh that’s easy! Put them on your wedding registry, Luci! ;)
Dear Christina, what a fabulous and refreshing summer drink. I love this variation as well…it is a nice way to switch things up a little. xo, Catherine
love cooking Italian dishes and making great cocktails
Me too, Ruthann! Thanks for stopping by! CC