Time: 5 min.
Complexity: easily
Servings: 10 - 12

The Lemon Drop Martini, a vodka cocktail with honey syrup, offers a warmer aroma and a softer flavor than its famous orange liqueur counterpart. The contrast of sweet honey and tart lemon creates a harmonious balance. Make a generous serving in a pitcher, chill, and serve at a house party, where it's sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

Martini

• 1 cup lemon juice (5–6 lemons)
• Half a 0.75 liter bottle of vodka or gin
• Lemon slices for decoration

Honey syrup

• 0.5 cups honey
• 0.5 cups of warm water

Substituting ingredients
Measuring containers used

1 glass (st.) - 250 ml.
3/4 cup (st.) - 180 ml.
2/3 cup (st.) - 160 ml.
1/2 cup (st.) - 125 ml.
1/3 cup (st.) - 80 ml.
1/4 cup (st.) - 60 ml.
1 tablespoon (tbsp) - 15 ml.
1 teaspoon (tsp) - 5 ml.
1/5 teaspoon (tsp) - 1 ml.

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Preparation:

Step 1
• Honey syrupIn a small saucepan, heat the honey and water over medium heat. Bring to a boil and stir until the honey dissolves, about 1 minute. Cool the syrup and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Step 2
• MartiniIn a decanter or pitcher, combine lemon juice, vodka or gin, 3/4 cup honey syrup, and 1.5 cups water. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours. Before serving, pour the cocktail into chilled martini glasses and garnish with lemon wedges.

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Author of the recipe - Jonathan Pogash is a renowned bartender.