Description
This Black Lemon Drop Martini is a sophisticated twist on the classic Lemon Drop cocktail, perfect for Halloween or any special occasion. It combines the tartness of lemon with the mysterious dark hue from activated charcoal or black vodka, making it both refreshing and visually striking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz black vodka (or regular vodka with 1/4 tsp activated charcoal)
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- Lemon wedge (for garnish)
- Black sanding sugar (for rimming the glass)
Instructions
- Rim a martini glass with lemon juice, then dip it into the black sanding sugar. Set aside.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add black vodka (or regular vodka with activated charcoal), fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge, and serve immediately.
Notes
- If using activated charcoal, mix it well to ensure an even color.
- You can substitute black vodka with a combination of regular vodka and a small amount of black food coloring if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 martini
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5MG