Cranberry Lemon Drop Cocktail
A refreshing cranberry lemon drop cocktail that balances tart citrus with crisp cranberry flavors, perfect for festive gatherings or a lively evening.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1 tsp simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries and lemon twist for garnish
- Sugar for rimming the glass (optional)
Instructions
- Rim the edge of a martini glass with lemon juice and dip it into sugar to coat; set aside.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add vodka, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and a lemon twist.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, freeze cranberries beforehand to use as ice cubes, keeping your cocktail chilled without dilution.