Description
This Lemon Drop Shot is a zesty, sweet-tart classic made with vodka, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness. It’s chilled, citrusy, and served in a sugar-rimmed shot glass for that signature finish — perfect for celebrations and easy sipping!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz vodka (preferably citron vodka)
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- Ice
- Optional: granulated sugar for rimming
- Optional: lemon wedge for garnish
Instructions
- Rim: Run a lemon wedge around the rim of a shot glass and dip in sugar to coat (optional but classic).
- Shake: Add vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds.
- Strain: Strain into the prepared shot glass.
- Serve: Garnish with a mini lemon wedge or sugar rim and serve immediately, chilled.
Notes
Use citron vodka for extra lemon flavor. For a sweeter version, add more simple syrup or use limoncello. Chill your glass beforehand for extra smoothness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail Shot
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Classic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shot
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon drop shot, citrus vodka shot, lemon shooter, sweet and sour shot, party drink, sugar rim cocktail