Description
A refreshing and tangy Pineapple Lemon Drop cocktail combining citrus vodka, fresh pineapple juice, and lemon juice, perfectly balanced with simple syrup and served in a sugar-rimmed glass for a sweet finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 2 oz vodka (citrus vodka or plain)
- 1 oz pineapple juice (fresh or canned)
- 3/4 oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3/4 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
Others
- Ice
- Sugar (for rimming the glass)
- Lemon twist or pineapple wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Rim a chilled martini glass with lemon juice and dip it in sugar to coat the rim evenly. Set the glass aside to allow the rim to set.
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, pour in the vodka, pineapple juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and simple syrup, combining the key flavors carefully.
- Add Ice and Shake: Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to chill and mix the cocktail thoroughly.
- Strain the Cocktail: Strain the chilled mixture into the prepared martini glass to serve without ice chunks, preserving the smooth texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish the cocktail with a lemon twist or a pineapple wedge garnish, enhancing aroma and presentation, then serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best fresh citrus flavor.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup based on your preferred level of sweetness.
- Rimming the glass with sugar adds a delightful sweet contrast to the tartness of the lemon.
- Serving immediately ensures the cocktail stays chilled and fresh.
- You can substitute citrus vodka with plain vodka for a more neutral base.
