Lemon Drop

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Ice Cubes
• 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoons Simple Syrup
• 2 tablespoons of Vodka
• Sugar for rimming the glasses
• 1 Lemon Slice for Garnish

Directions

1. Start by rimming two glasses with sugar. To do this, rub a lemon wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip the rim into a shallow plate with sugar on it. Set the glasses aside.
2. Add ice cubes, lemon juice, simple syrup, and vodka to a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into the two prepared glasses.
4. Garnish with a lemon slice and serve.

Interesting Facts

• The Lemon Drop is said to have been invented in San Francisco in the 1970s.
• The drink is believed to have gotten its name because of the way the tartness of the lemon juice pairs with the sweetness of the simple syrup.
• This classic cocktail is often served as a shot, but can also be served as a Martini.