Simple Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini
Looking for a cocktail that’s the perfect balance of sweet and tart? Look no further! This simple Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini is the ultimate mix of bright citrus, bold cranberries, and a hint of sweetness. Whether you are entertaining guests or just treating yourself, this easy-to-make martini is guaranteed to impress.
A splash of cranberry juice adds that tart kick, while the lemon and orange liqueur bring a citrusy freshness. And let’s not forget the touch of maple syrup, which sweetens it up just enough without being overpowering. My favorite part? Adding a sprig of rosemary for a woodsy, aromatic twist that complements the tart cranberries beautifully. It’s the perfect touch for a cozy, festive vibe!
If you’re looking for a cocktail that’s fun, festive, and just the right amount of fancy, this Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini is your go-to. It is simple to make, super refreshing, and can be customized to suit your taste!
Tips For the Best Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini:
- If you don’t have maple syrup, simple syrup works just as well. But the maple syrup adds a little extra depth of flavor that I personally love!
- For a fun twist, try making this with cranberry simple syrup or even adding a splash of cranberry liqueur for a more intense berry flavor.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more syrup or less, it is all about finding your perfect balance!
Ingredients for this Simple Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini:
- Vodka
- Cranberry juice
- Fresh lemon juice
- Orange liqueur
- Maple syrup OR simple syrup
- Granulated sugar for rim
- Lemon slices and/or rosemary sprig for garnish
Check out this step-by-step video here:
How to make this Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini
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Simple Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: Cocktail/Mocktail
- Method: Drink
Description
This simple Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini is the ultimate mix of bright citrus, bold cranberries, and a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur
- 2 tsp maple syrup OR simple syrup (can do more if you like sweeter)
- Granulated sugar for rim (optional)
- Lemon slices and rosemary sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Rim your glass with a lemon wedge & dip into sugar.
2. Add ice to shaker. Mix together cranberry juice, lemon juice, vodka, orange liqueur, & maple syrup. Shake well to combine.
3. Pour mix into glass.
4. Garnish with lemon slice, rosemary, or cranberries (optional).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Drink
- Calories: 172
- Sugar: 18.1 g
- Sodium: 3.3 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19.6 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
