Description
A crisp, citrus-forward cocktail made with vodka, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness—served icy cold with a sugared rim.
Ingredients
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- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
- Granulated sugar (for rimming)
- Lemon twist or wheel (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rim your martini glass: Moisten the rim with lemon juice, then dip into granulated sugar—set aside.
- Add vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup into a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 10–15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Strain into the prepared chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or wheel. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Add herbs like basil or rosemary for an herbal twist.
- Substitute vodka with gin for a botanical variation.
- Muddle berries for a colorful, fruity twist.
- Add a pinch of spice or jalapeño for a kick.
- Use flavored vodka to enhance complexity.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg