The Lavender Lemon Drop cocktail is a delightful, aromatic variation of the classic Lemon Drop martini that originated in San Francisco in the 1970s. This elegant cocktail perfectly balances the bright citrus notes of fresh lemon with the subtle floral essence of lavender.
Lavender Lemon Drop Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCalories
212
kcal
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Ingredients
60 ml 2 fl oz vodka
30 ml 1 fl oz fresh lemon juice
22.5 ml 1 fl oz lavender simple syrup
15 ml 1/2 fl oz orange liqueur
Ice cubes
1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 tablespoon 1/2 tablespoon dried lavender
Lemon twist or fresh lavender sprig (for garnish)
Equipment
Cocktail Shaker
Hawthorne strainer
Jigger
Rock glass
Instructions
- Prepare your glass by running a lemon wedge around the rim and dipping it into the lavender sugar mixture. Set aside.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add vodka, fresh lemon juice, lavender simple syrup, and orange liqueur to the shaker.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain into your prepared rock glass to ensure no ice chips or lavender bits make it into the final drink.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or lavender sprig.
