Pineapple Lemon Drop
A refreshing cocktail that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the zesty brightness of lemon, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Ice cubes
- Sugar for rimming the glass
- Pineapple wedge or lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Rim the Glass with Sugar: Rub a lemon wedge around the rim and then dip it into a plate of sugar until fully coated.
- Combine the Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, pineapple juice, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup (if using).
- Shake it Up: Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain and Pour: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.
- Garnish for elegance: Garnish with a pineapple wedge or a twist of lemon peel.
Notes
For an extra touch, chill your glass in the freezer before preparing and consider adjusting the sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg