Looking for a elegant and sophisticated cocktail to start the evening? A Flower Drop may be the perfect choice. This cocktail is a twist on a classic Lemon Drop and uses the addition of St. Germain (elderflower liquor) to elevate the drink. St Germain (I am a big fan) is the perfect companion for this cocktail as it citrus and flower notes provide a more sophisticated flavor than the lemon juice itself can deliver and creates a very refreshing cocktail for a warm summer evening. I like this cocktail a lot because it tones down the sweetness a bit and negates the need to coat the rim with any sugar. The unique and subtle flavor profile will keep you coming back for more but be careful, this is an easy drinker. Bonus is for a dinner party you can prepare ahead of time a batch of 5 or 6 drinks and just shake them up very fast and serve to your guest. Enjoy!!!!!
Ingredients:
- Grey Goose Vodka (or Citron Vodka of your Choice)
- St. Germain
- Fresh lemon juice
- Simple Syrup
- Lemon Peel
Tools:
- Oxo two-sided shot glass/jigger
- Martini/Coupe Glass (Place in freezer to frost)
- Cocktail Shaker
- Cocktail/Martini Mixing Pitcher with Stirrer (optional for making batch drinks)
- Squeeze Bottles
Directions:
- Make your Simple Syrup Mixture – Heat 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar in saucepan and bring to boil then let cool to make simple syrup
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice and then add ingredients for one cocktail.
- Grey Goose Vodka – 2 oz
- St. Germain – 1 oz
- Lemon Juice – 1 oz
- Simple Syrup – ¾ oz
- Shake very vigorously for 20 seconds
- Strain drink using cocktail shaker (liquid only – no ice cubes – classic martini style) into frozen martini/coupe glass
- Express a lemon peel over top of drink releasing the lemons essential oils.
- Garnish with lemon peel
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