Lemon Drop
The Lemon Drop is a strong vodka sour, fruity and sweet on the palate. Shaken and served in a cocktail glass.
- 3 min
- Cocktail glass
- Shaken
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 68 out of 100
- Sweet
- 69 out of 100
- Fruity
- 71 out of 100
- Boozy
- 70 out of 100
How to make a Lemon Drop
To make a Lemon Drop, shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass: 2¼ oz absolut vodka, 2¼ oz Cointreau and 1½ oz lemon.
You'll need
- Absolut Vodka2¼ oz
- Cointreau2¼ oz
- Lemon1½ oz
Instructions
- 1
Chill a cocktail glass: fill it with ice and water while you mix, then tip it out.
- 2
Add Absolut vodka, Cointreau and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker.
- 3
Fill the shaker with ice.
- 4
Shake hard for 10-15 seconds, until the outside is frosty.
- 5
Strain into the chilled cocktail glass.
Why shake? Lemon juice needs a hard shake to mix and chill properly.
Lemon Drop questions
What does a Lemon Drop taste like?
Mostly fruity and sweet, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a strong drink at about 21% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Lemon Drop?
About 21% ABV after mixing with ice, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Lemon Drop and a Kamikaze?
Both use absolut vodka and Cointreau. The Lemon Drop adds lemon, while the Kamikaze uses lime juice.
Should a Lemon Drop be shaken or stirred?
Shaken: lemon needs a hard shake to mix and chill properly.
What can I use instead of triple sec?
Cointreau or Grand Marnier will work.
Can I make Lemon Drops in a batch?
Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 13½ oz absolut vodka, 13½ oz Cointreau and 9 oz lemon in a jug and chill it. Add 7¼ oz of cold water to stand in for the dilution from shaking. Pour over fresh ice to serve.