Peppermint Twist Lemon Drop Cocktail
This festive lemon drop martini features tart lemon, cool peppermint, and a sweet sugar rim for a cocktail that's bright, minty, and perfect for holiday celebrations or whenever you want a playful, refreshing drink.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Martini glass or cocktail glass
- Measuring jigger
- Small plate
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz triple sec or Cointreau (orange liqueur)
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 0.5 oz peppermint schnapps
- Ice cubes
- Sugar for rimming glass
- Lemon twist or lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Chill your martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes.
- Run a lemon wedge around the rim and dip the rim in sugar to coat.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, simple syrup, and peppermint schnapps.
- Shake well until the shaker feels very cold (about 15 seconds).
- Strain into your prepared glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or slice.
Notes
Adjust simple syrup for more or less sweetness. Use Cointreau for a smoother orange note. For extra holiday flair, swap the sugar rim for crushed candy cane. Serve in a chilled glass for best results.