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Ketel One Lemon Drop Cocktail

A perfectly balanced vodka cocktail with bright lemon flavor, subtle sweetness, and a sugared rim. This classic martini-style drink is elegant, refreshing, and easier to make than you'd think.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Ketel One Vodka
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 oz simple syrup
  • ice
  • sugar for rimming
For Garnish
  • 1 lemon twist or wheel

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Rim a chilled martini glass with sugar by running a lemon wedge around the edge, then dipping into sugar.
  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  1. Add Ketel One Vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  1. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well-chilled.
  1. Strain into the prepared martini glass.
  1. Garnish with a lemon twist or wheel and serve immediately.