Description
The Holiday Lemon Drop is a festive and refreshing cocktail featuring a perfect balance of tart lemon, sweet cranberry, and smooth vodka, rimmed with sugar and garnished with cranberries and rosemary. It’s perfect for celebrating the holiday season with a bright and cheerful drink.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cocktail
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 0.75 oz cranberry juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
For Garnish
- cranberries (for garnish)
- rosemary sprig (for garnish)
- sugar (for rimming)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Run the cut side of a lemon along the rim of your serving glass to moisten it. Then, dip the rim into a plate of sugar, coating it evenly with sugar crystals. Place the glass in the freezer to chill while you make the cocktail.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, lemon juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup. Add ice to fill the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10 to 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the cocktail into your prepared sugar-rimmed glass.
- Garnish: Add a sprig of fresh rosemary and a few cranberries to the drink for a festive and aromatic touch. Serve immediately and enjoy this bright, holiday-inspired cocktail.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best bright and natural flavor.
- Adjust the simple syrup quantity to your preferred sweetness level.
- Ensure the glass is well chilled to keep the cocktail cold longer.
- The rosemary sprig adds a wonderful aroma and festive look but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute vodka with sparkling water or a lemon-lime soda.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Holiday Lemon Drop, lemon vodka cocktail, cranberry cocktail, festive cocktails, sugar rim cocktail, rosemary garnish, Christmas drinks
