Yuzu Lemon Drop Recipe
A Yuzu Lemon Drop is a refreshing cocktail that combines theunique flavor of yuzu with the classic lemon drop ingredients. Here’s how tomake it:
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Ice Cube
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 45 ml vodka
- 20 ml yuzu Syrup
- 20 ml lime juice
- 15 ml cointreau
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist or yuzu slice for garnish
- Sugar with zest yuzu lemon for rimming the glass
Instructions
Instructions:
Prepare the Glass:
- Moisten the rim of a cocktail coupe with a yuzu spring.
- Dip the rim of the glass into sugar yuzu lemon zest to coat it. Set the glass aside.
Mix the Drink:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add 45 ml vodka, 20 ml yuzu syrup, 15 ml Cointreau , and 20 ml lemon juice to the shaker.
- Shake well until the mixture is chilled (about 15-20 seconds).
Serve:
- Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or a slice of yuzu on the rim of the glass.
Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Yuzu Lemon Drop!
Notes
Tips:
- If you don't have yuzu juice, you can use a mix of lemon and lime juice for a similar flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup according to your taste.