Lemon Twist Cocktail (Printable Version)

Bright and refreshing drink with vodka, lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness, garnished with lemon peel.

# What You Need:

→ Spirits

01 - 1.7 fl oz vodka (or gin, if preferred)

→ Citrus

02 - 0.85 fl oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
03 - Lemon peel, for garnish

→ Sweetener

04 - 0.5 fl oz simple syrup

→ Other

05 - Ice cubes

# How to Make It:

01 - Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
02 - Pour vodka (or gin), lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker.
03 - Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
04 - Strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass.
05 - Twist the lemon peel over the drink to release oils, then garnish the glass with the peel.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It captures the perfect balance between tart and sweet that feels like a well-kept secret among friends
  • It's incredibly easy to make, yet impressively refreshing any time of day
02 -
  • Using freshly squeezed lemon juice makes all the difference in brightness and flavor authenticity
  • Shaking with plenty of ice chills the drink quickly but don't overdo it to avoid diluting your cocktail
03 -
  • Always taste your cocktail before serving and feel free to tweak the simple syrup amount until it's just right
  • The secret to the perfectly bright finish is that final lemon peel twist releasing essential oils onto the surface

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