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Limoncello Martini

This bright and zesty Limoncello Martini combines lemony limoncello with smooth vodka for a refreshing Italian-inspired cocktail perfect for warm evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces of vodka
  • 1 ounce of limoncello
  • 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce of simple syrup adjust for sweetness
  • Ice for shaking
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Martini glass
  • Citrus juicer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Chill your martini glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes or fill it with ice water.
  2. Measure and prepare all ingredients: vodka, limoncello, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  3. Fill the cocktail shaker with ice to at least halfway to chill the drink.
  4. Pour 2 ounces of vodka into the shaker.
  5. Add 1 ounce of limoncello to the shaker.
  6. Add 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice to the shaker.
  7. Add 1/2 ounce of simple syrup to the shaker.
  8. Seal and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the shaker is ice-cold.
  9. Strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into the chilled martini glass.
  10. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, chill the glass and ingredients, and adjust simple syrup to taste.