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Lavender Lemon Drop Martini

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Lavender Lemon Drop Martini

Description

The Lavender Lemon Drop Martini is a modern floral twist on the classic Lemon Drop Martini, which rose to popularity in the 1970s in San Francisco. This updated version infuses the traditional tart-sweet vodka cocktail with subtle lavender notes, offering a fragrant and elegant experience. It's become especially popular at spring and summer events, known for its pastel hue, aromatic complexity, and visually striking presentation. The cocktail strikes a perfect balance between citrusy brightness and calming floral depth.

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Vodka
  • 25 ml lemon juice
  • 15 ml Triple Sec

Instructions

  1. Rim a chilled martini glass with sugar if desired.
  2. Shake vodka, lemon juice, triple sec, and lavender syrup with ice.
  3. Strain into the prepared glass and garnish with a lemon twist or lavender sprig.

Recommended glassware

Martini Glass
Martini Glass (recommended)

A classic V-shaped cocktail glass for iconic served-up drinks.

Inferred from instructions: martini glass.

120–220 ml Stemmed V-shaped bowl.

Best for: Martini, Cosmopolitan, Espresso Martini, Lemon Drop, Appletini.

Garnish: Works well with olives, citrus twists, cocktail onions, or neat rim presentation.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Ice
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