Lavender Lemon Drop Martini

5 from 3 votes

This elegant and refreshing Lavender Lemon Drop Martini is easy to to make. For a floral twist on a classic, whip up this delightful lavender lemon cocktail for happy hour.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Cocktails, Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: cocktail

Calories: 184kcal

Author: Angela Lietzke

Equipment

Ingredients

Lavender Simple Syrup

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
3 Tablespoons dried lavender culinary grade

Lavender Lemon Drop Martini

1 ½ ounces vodka
1 ½ ounces lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 ounce lavender simple syrup

Instructions

Make lavender syrup. Combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 3 tablespoons of dried lavender in a saucepan. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, let it steep for 10 minutes, strain, and cool. Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator.
Make the martini. Add a handful of ice to a cocktail shaker. To the cocktail shaker add vodka, lemon juice, and lavender syrup. Put the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for 20 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass and serve immediately.

Notes

This cocktail can also be made with store-bought lavender simple syrup in a pinch.
A cold glass helps keep your martini at the perfect temperature, so I like to chill the martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes before making this cocktail.
Adjust the amount of lavender simple syrup to suit your taste. Add more if needed to balance the tartness of the lemon juice or dilute the drink with water/ice if the flavor's too strong.
Garnish with a lemon twist or a sprig of lavender to enhance the presentation and sensory experience.

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