Lemon Drop Cocktails from Ina Garten Barefoot Contessa
Elevate your cocktail game with Ina Garten's classic Lemon Drop Cocktail, a refreshing and effortlessly elegant drink from the Barefoot Contessa herself. This vibrant recipe combines smooth vodka, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a splash of Cointreau or triple sec, perfectly balanced with a hint of superfine sugar for a touch of sweetness. The signature sugar-rimmed glass adds a sparkling finish, making every sip feel indulgent. Ready in just 10 minutes, this citrusy cocktail is ideal for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. Whether you're hosting a summer soirée or simply craving a tart, zingy treat, Ina Garten's Lemon Drop Cocktail is the perfect blend of sophistication and simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ounce Cointreau or triple sec
- 1 teaspoon superfine sugar
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 piece lemon wedge
- 2 tablespoons sugar for rimming the glass
Instructions
Begin by rimming the cocktail glass with sugar. Take the lemon wedge and run it along the rim of a martini or cocktail glass. Pour the 2 tablespoons of sugar onto a small plate and gently dip the rim of the glass into the sugar to coat evenly. Set aside.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Cointreau or triple sec, and superfine sugar. Stir lightly to dissolve the sugar.
Add a cup of ice cubes to the shaker and securely close the lid.
Shake the mixture vigorously for about 30 seconds until the shaker feels cold to the touch.
Strain the mixture into the prepared sugar-rimmed glass, ensuring no ice gets into the drink.
Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly chilled Lemon Drop Cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 42 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
