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Pink Lemon Drop Martini – Easy Recipes for a Refreshing Sip

Bright, tangy, and a little sweet—this easy recipe for a Pink Lemon Drop Martini is a fun twist on a classic cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer desserts easy recipes, dinner recipes, easy recipes, food receipt easy recipes, quick and easy recipes, recipes for dinner, sweet easy recipes
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Patricia

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz vodka (preferably citrus-flavored)
  • 3/4 oz triple sec
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • Splash of cranberry juice (for color)
  • Sugar (for rimming the glass)
  • Lemon wedge (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Chill your martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a splash of cranberry juice.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  4. Empty the martini glass and rim it with sugar by rubbing a lemon wedge around the edge and dipping it in sugar.
  5. Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
  6. Garnish with a lemon wedge or twist and serve immediately.

Notes

For a sweeter version, add more simple syrup. Adjust cranberry juice for desired color.