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Quick Lemon Drop Shot: Zesty Party Cocktail in Minutes

Lemon Drop Shot: A Zesty Party Shooter

Lemon Drop Shot

Start your night with a refreshing lemon drop shot that perfectly balances sweet and sour flavors.

Why You’ll Love This Cocktail Recipe

  • 🍋 Candy-like taste reminiscent of classic lemon candies
  • ⚡ Quick and easy party shot—ready in minutes
  • 🎉 Perfect for celebrations, game nights, and happy hours

Ingredients for Your Lemon Drop Shot

  • ¾ fluid ounce vodka (such as Absolut®)
  • ¾ fluid ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon superfine sugar, plus extra for rimming

How to Make a Lemon Drop Shot

  1. Chill the shot glass: Place the shot glass in the freezer or fill it with ice to cool.
  2. Prepare the rim: Rub a lemon wedge around the rim and dip it in superfine sugar until evenly coated.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, pour in the vodka and lemon juice.
  4. Shake it up: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled and frosty.
  5. Strain and serve: Remove the ice from the shot glass, strain the mixture in, and sprinkle a pinch of sugar on top for extra sweetness.

Tips for the Perfect Citrus Shot

  • Use fresh lemons: Bottled juice can taste flat—fresh juice packs vibrant citrus notes.
  • Supercharge the chill: A frozen glass keeps your shot icy without watering it down.
  • Go superfine: Ultrafine sugar creates a silky rim that won’t crumble when you sip.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1 shot):

  • Calories: 116 kcal
  • Carbs: 24 g
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Sodium: 4 mg

Enjoy this crowd-pleasing lemon drop shot. lemon drop shot

Recipe Credit: Allrecipes

Lemon Drop Shots

A lemon drop shot is made by combining vodka and lemon juice. It's topped with sugar for a sweet and sour party drink that tastes just like the candy.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail, Drink
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ fluid ounce vodka such as Absolut®
  • ¾ fluid ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon superfine sugar plus extra for rimming

Method
 

  1. Chill the shot glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice.
  2. Prepare the rim by rubbing a lemon wedge around it and dipping it in superfine sugar.
  3. Combine vodka and lemon juice in an ice-filled shaker.
  4. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
  5. Discard ice, strain into the sugar-rimmed shot glass, and garnish with a pinch of sugar.
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