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Lavender Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

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A refreshing and floral cocktail combining vodka, lavender syrup, fresh lemon juice, and orange liqueur, garnished with a lemon twist and sprig of lavender. The sugar-rimmed glass adds a sweet touch to this elegant Lavender Lemon Drop Martini.

Ingredients

Cocktail

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz lavender syrup
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ oz orange liqueur
  • 2 dashes lavender bitters

Garnish

  • Sugar for rimming the glass
  • Lemon twist
  • Sprig of lavender

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Glass: Spread sugar on a small plate. Rub the rim of a martini glass with a lemon wedge, then dip it into the sugar to coat the rim evenly. Set the glass aside while you prepare the cocktail.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, lavender syrup, fresh lemon juice, orange liqueur, and lavender bitters into the shaker.
  3. Shake the Cocktail: Shake well vigorously until the outside of the shaker becomes frosty and cold, ensuring the ingredients are well mixed and chilled.
  4. Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared sugar-rimmed martini glass to present a clean, smooth cocktail.
  5. Garnish: Garnish with a lemon twist and a sprig of lavender for a beautiful and aromatic finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best citrus flavor and brightness.
  • If lavender syrup is unavailable, you can make your own by simmering water, sugar, and dried lavender buds, then straining.
  • Chill the martini glass in the freezer beforehand for an extra refreshingly cold drink.
  • Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of lavender syrup according to taste.
  • Lavender bitters can be substituted with orange or floral bitters if unavailable, but the flavor profile will vary slightly.