Raspberry Lemon Drop Martini Recipe
It is a perfect concoction of Citroen vodka, Chambord, simple syrup and lemon juice. Its layered looks and balanced sweet and sour raspberry taste make it a perfect cocktail for parties. Learn how to make delicious raspberry lemon drop martini with layered looks with this easy cocktail recipe.
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Serves: 1 serving
Glassware: Martini glass
| Ingredients: |
| 45 ml (1½ oz) Citroen Vodka |
| 20 ml (2/3 oz) Chambord (Black Raspberry Liqueur) |
| 30 ml (1 oz) Simple Syrup |
| 15 ml (1/2 oz) Lemon Juice |
| 20 ml (2/3 oz) Triple Sec (optional) |
| 1 Lemon Wheel |
| Crushed Ice |
Directions:
- Fill up cocktail shaker with crushed ice.
- Add all ingredients (except Chambord and lemon wheel) into cocktail shaker and shake it until it is completely chilled.
- Take chilled martini glass. Strain and pour mixed drink in it.
- Slowly pour chambord over it. Chambord will settle at the bottom center of glass giving it a layered color. (It should be poured at the center of the top surface with pour spout dipped inside the drink).
- Garnish with lemon wheel and serve.
Alternate Directions:
- Fill up cocktail shaker with crushed ice.
- Add all ingredients (lemon wheel) into cocktail shaker and shake it thoroughly.
- Strain and pour drink in chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with skewered raspberries and serve.
Tips and Variations:
- Triple sec is optional in above recipe. Add it to get more citrus flavor.
- If simple syrup is not available, then use 30 ml (1 oz) sweet and sour mix and 1/3 oz lemon juice.
- For simpler preparation, use 2 parts raspberry flavored vodka, 1/2 part lemon juice and 1 part of simple syrup.
Taste: Sweet and sour with deep raspberry flavor.
Serving Ideas: Serve raspberry lemon drop cocktail in parties, get-togethers, etc as welcome before dinner or after dinner drink.
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2 Comments
Jul 14, 2012 by James Keo
good summer heat buster. its going to be my fav drink for weekends..
Jul 03, 2012 by doctor
i liked it the new way but i think you can give more martini good with less lemon juice....