Description
The strawberry lemon drop is a bright, refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) with a sweet-tart balance of fresh strawberries and zesty lemon—perfect for summer sipping or elegant entertaining.
Ingredients
2 ounces vodka (or sparkling water for mocktail)
1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 ounce simple syrup
2–3 fresh strawberries, hulled
Ice
Optional: sugar for rimming glass
Garnish: lemon twist or strawberry slice
Instructions
1. Muddle strawberries in a cocktail shaker until juicy.
2. Add vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a handful of ice.
3. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds.
4. Strain into a chilled glass (rimmed with sugar if desired).
5. Garnish with a lemon twist or strawberry slice.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
To make it a mocktail, replace vodka with sparkling water or lemonade.
Use a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.
Try flavored vodka or basil for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry lemon drop, lemon drop cocktail, strawberry cocktail, summer drink