Ree's Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

• Skill Level: Intermediate
• Serves: 1 cocktail
• Nutritional Information Per Serving:
  • Calories: 718
  • Total Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 142 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 133 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 23 mg
• Total Time: 5 min
• Active Time: 5 min

Whip up this shaken, not stirred cocktail masterpiece! No fancy shaker? Grab a mason jar or any lidded jarit's your ticket to a refreshing, zesty delight that'll impress every sip.

Ingredients

1. 1 lemon, zested and juiced, plus 1 thin slice of lemon
2. 1/2 cup granulated sugar
3. 2 oz vodka
4. 1 oz triple sec
5. 1 oz simple syrup

Preparation

1. Rub the lemon zest into the sugar on a small plate with your fingers, releasing those vibrant citrus oils. Set it aside to infuse magic.
2. Half-fill a mason jar with ice, add vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Seal tight and shake with gusto for 30 seconds. Moisten a martini glass rim with a lemon half, dip into the lemon-sugar mix, strain in the cocktail, and float a lemon slice on top for elegance.
3. Optional thrill: Dust one side of the lemon slice with leftover sugar, torch it to golden caramel perfection, and perch it brulee-side up. Pure indulgence awaits!

Safety Note: Propane torches are highly flammablekeep away from heat, flames, and sun. Use in well-ventilated spots and heed manufacturer instructions.