Spiced Ginger Lemon Drop Cocktail
A refreshing and cozy take on the classic lemon drop! This martini-style cocktail features vodka, fresh lemon juice, ginger liqueur or syrup, and a sugar rim for a bright, spicy, and balanced drink perfect for any season.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Citrus juicer
- Bar spoon
- Small plate
- Martini glass or coupe glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz simple syrup
- 0.5 oz ginger liqueur or homemade ginger syrup
- Small piece of candied ginger for garnish
- Granulated sugar for rimming glass
- Lemon wheel or twist optional garnish
Instructions
- Chill your martini or coupe glass in the freezer.
- Rub a lemon wedge around the rim, then dip the rim in sugar.
- Add vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ginger liqueur or syrup to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill shaker with ice about halfway.
- Shake hard for about 15 seconds, until the shaker feels frosty.
- Strain into your prepared glass.
- Garnish with candied ginger or a lemon twist.
Notes
Fresh lemon juice makes a brighter, fresher cocktail. Make homemade ginger syrup for extra spice by simmering fresh ginger with sugar and water. Adjust sweetness or spice to taste. A sugar rim helps balance the tartness, but you can skip it for a sharper drink.