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Limoncello Martini

A refreshing and elegant cocktail combining premium vodka, limoncello, and fresh lemon juice for a bright citrus experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail / Aperitif
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz premium vodka chilled
  • 1 oz quality limoncello chilled
  • 0.5 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup ice cubes for shaking
  • Lemon twist or zest for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or mixing glass
  • Jigger for measuring
  • Bar spoon
  • Hawthorne strainer
  • Martini or coupe glass

Method
 

  1. Chill your martini glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes.
  2. Remove chilled vodka and limoncello from the freezer and prepare fresh lemon juice.
  3. Fill the cocktail shaker three-quarters full with 1 cup of ice cubes.
  4. Measure and pour 2 oz of premium vodka into the shaker.
  5. Add 1 oz of quality limoncello to the shaker.
  6. Add 0.5 oz of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the shaker.
  7. Shake the mixture vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
  8. Strain the cocktail into the chilled martini glass, leaving ice behind in the shaker.
  9. Express a lemon twist over the drink and drop it into the glass as garnish, then serve immediately.

Notes

Chill all ingredients and glassware to minimize dilution and ensure the cocktail stays cold and crisp.