Lemon Drop Shots
A fun punch of flavor, these Lemon Drop Shots are the perfect summertime drink. Shake them together for parties, a nightcap or for any upcoming holiday. Minimal ingredients and time make these a hit.
Servings: 5
Calories: 85kcal
Ingredients
- Ice
- 4 ounces vodka
- 2 ounces lemon juice plus extra for rimming glasses
- 2 ounces simple syrup
- Lemon wedges for garnish optional
- Granulated sugar for rimming glasses
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker or glass (whatever you have on hand works), add the ice, vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake lightly to mix the ingredients together.
- Dip each of the rims of the shot glasses in lemon juice.
- Then in the granulated sugar making sure to coat the glasses well and evenly.
- Divide the shot mixture between 4-5 shot glasses and top with a lemon wedge, if desired.
Notes
- Fresh squeezed lemon juice is the best, but you can use bottled in a pinch.
- You can substitute lemon lime soda for the simple syrup.
- The rimming of the glasses is optional, but we love the sweetness that it gives these shots.
- Use your favorite type of vodka for this recipe, see some suggestions above.
- You can easily double this recipe to serve more people.
- If you do not want to use ice, you can chill your liquids before hand.
Nutrition
Calories: 85kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 0.04g | Fat: 0.03g | Saturated Fat: 0.004g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.4mg