Mango Lemon Drop Martini Cocktail Recipe
A bright, citrusy lemon drop martini with a tropical twist from silky mango puree. Fresh lemon juice, vodka, and a touch of simple syrup keep it crisp and balanced, finished with a sparkling sugar rim.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or small measuring cup
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Citrus juicer
- Bar spoon
- Small plate for sugar rim
- Martini or cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka plain or citrus-flavored
- 1 oz triple sec or Cointreau
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz mango puree fresh or store-bought
- 0.5 oz simple syrup add more to taste
- granulated sugar for rimming glass
- lemon twist or thin mango slice for garnish
- ice cubes for shaking
Instructions
- Chill a martini glass. Run a lemon wedge around the rim, then dip in granulated sugar to coat.
- Add vodka, triple sec (or Cointreau), fresh lemon juice, mango puree, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice.
- Shake hard for about 15 seconds until the shaker feels frosty.
- Double strain into the chilled, sugar-rimmed glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or a thin slice of mango and serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest flavor. If the mango is tart, add a touch more simple syrup; if sweet, reduce it. For a lighter cocktail, use slightly less vodka and more mango puree. Blend fresh mango with a splash of water for a pourable puree.