Description
A refreshing and tangy cocktail that captures the essence of holiday gatherings with its vibrant lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup vodka or lemon-flavored vodka
- Fresh mint or rosemary (optional)
- Ice
Instructions
- Prepare the lemons: Roll them on the countertop to unlock juices. Cut in half and juice to yield about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- Make the simple syrup: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat until sugar dissolves and allow to cool.
- Mix the drink: In a cocktail shaker, combine lemon juice, simple syrup, and vodka. Add ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Serve and garnish: Strain into chilled glasses filled with ice. Garnish with a slice of lemon and mint or rosemary.
- Enjoy: Raise your glass and savor the holiday cheer!
Notes
Using fresh lemons makes a significant difference in flavor. Adjust the sweetness to personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cocktail, lemon drop, holiday drink, refreshing, citrus