Limoncello Martini (Lemon Drop Martini With Limoncello)
Try this Limoncello Martini - a delicious citrus-y twist on the classic Lemon Drop Martini. Its perfectly balanced sweet and sour flavor makes it a dream afternoon cocktail.
Prep Time2 minutesmins
Course: Aperitivo
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 1
Calories: 271kcal
Ingredients
2ounceslimoncello
1ouncevodka
1ouncefreshly squeezed lemon juice
ice for shaker
lemon slice for garnishing
sugar for rim
Instructions
Prepare martini glass by lightly rubbing the rim with the fleshy wet part of a cut lemon, then dip the moistened rim of the glass into the sugar poured on a plate.
Fill ⅔ of a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour the limoncello, vodka and freshly squeezed lemon juice into the shaker.
Shake vigorously until combined then pour into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a slice of lemon.