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Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka, and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet, and easy to drink!

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!
This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!

about this Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

For as long as I can remember, my Dad has been shaking up my Mom fresh lemon drop martinis. There are plenty of lemon drop martini recipes out there, but he has taught me a thing or two on how to make the perfect lemon drop. Let’s review!

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!

rules to make the best lemon drop martini recipe

  1. Use fresh lemon juice. This is a must. Fresh is a whole different playing field than the bottled lemon juice that tastes slightly metallic. It takes a few extra minutes but the flavor comparison for this lemon drop can’t be beaten.
  2. Only use a pinch of sugar. Lemon drops are known for their sweet and sour complexity. Rather than a sweet-tart, make you pucker martini. That is achieved by making a simple syrup. Which you are more than welcome to do; it is a ratio of 1:1 with sugar and water! But I choose to use stevia, or you can use regular sugar in its place. Just add a tiny spoonful or to taste. This is the perfect example of where less is more!
  3. Use good vodka! Your taste buds and your lack of a hangover the next day will thank you! Smooth vodka will make for a smooth martini.
  4. Shake, shake, shake. With ice that is. No one cares for a warm martini. My Dad says to shake 40 times to be exact. At that point, the ice starts to break down and the ice shards float in your drink, making for an ice-cold martini with no large pieces of ice in your way. 
  5. Bonus. A sugar rim. To make your drink extra special, line the rim with a lemon wedge and dip in sugar. You could forgo this step, but I highly suggest it. Actually, I require it.

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!

ingredients you’ll need to make this sparkling lemon drop martini

  • Lemon Vodka
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Pinch Sugar or Baking Stevia
  • Lemon Sparkling Water
  • Lemon wedge
  • Sugar for rimming

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!

how to make the best lemon drop martini

  1. Rim the top of a martini glass with the lemon wedge. And dip into sugar to coat. Set aside.
  2. In a shaker, add the lemon vodka, lemon juice, sugar/stevia if using and a handful of ice. Shake for 15 seconds. Strain into martini glass, leaving the ice in the shaker. Top with sparkling water.
  3. Serve immediately.

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!

Can you prepare this lemon drop martini recipe ahead of time?

I highly suggest making these at the time of consuming as fresh ingredients are best. 

Can you prepare a big batch of this lemon drop martini recipe?

Yes! I suggest only making one or two at a time as your cocktail shaker will not fit much more. And you don’t want to crowd the shaker too much to ensure the liquid gets cold enough while shaking. 

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!

more easy cocktail recipes:

  • Champagne Margarita

  • Coconut Margarita

  • Blueberry Mojito

  • Frozen Coconut Mojito
  • all healthy drink recipes here!

Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

This Sparkling Lemon Drop Martini is much more than a shake and a stir! Fresh lemon juice, vodka and topped with sparkling water make this drink tart, sweet and easy to drink!

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces lemon vodka
  • 2 ounces fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch sugar, or baking stevia, optional
  • 2 ounces plain or lemon sparkling water, such as La Croix
  • 1 lemon wedge
  • Sugar for rimming

Instructions

  1. Rim the top of a martini glass with the lemon wedge. And dip into sugar to coat. Set aside.
  2. In a shaker, add the lemon vodka, lemon juice, sugar/stevia if using and a handful of ice. Shake for 15 seconds. Strain into martini glass, leaving the ice in the shaker. Top with sparkling water.
  3. Serve immediately.

Notes

*Make sure to use gluten-free vodka, if needed and add more lemon juice if not using lemon vodka

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Comments

  1. Beth says

    December 30, 2014 at 6:55 am

    I bet you had to work quickly during this shoot, working with ice.. unless, it is fake ice?!!! :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 30, 2014 at 6:57 am

      Its rock candy!!
      Reply
  2. Lynn @ Order in the Kitchen says

    December 30, 2014 at 8:47 am

    GIRL! These are stunning!!! I love learning the secret to a really good one since I'm so used to the ones that are FAR too sweet! I will definitely be giving this one a try!! Happy New Year!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 30, 2014 at 10:07 am

      Why thank you pretty lady! And yes! That is why I love making them myself...you can control the sweetness ;)
      Reply
      • Gary says

        July 3, 2021 at 4:42 pm

        No fresh lemon juice on hand and I don't do sugar so I am taking some liberties here. Vodka Lemon juice Lemon Lime sparkling water Monk juice
        Reply
  3. Anna says

    December 30, 2014 at 8:58 am

    These look awesome and so pretty!!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 30, 2014 at 10:06 am

      Why thank you!!
      Reply
  4. Danae @ Recipe Runner says

    December 30, 2014 at 10:17 am

    This is my kind of drink! I love your tips too, I have no idea how people use bottled lemon juice. And good vodka...so important with a dangerously delicious drink like this, I know I'd be having more than one!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 30, 2014 at 11:55 am

      Great minds think alike I guess! Thanks Danae!
      Reply
  5. Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads says

    December 30, 2014 at 12:23 pm

    I could drink about one or five of these! Looks delicious and gorgeous pics too!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 30, 2014 at 12:27 pm

      I will be right there with you! Thanks Sheena!
      Reply
  6. Rachel Cooks says

    December 30, 2014 at 2:27 pm

    Okay first of all, the lemon drop martini is my go-to. This version looks phenomenal! I need to get my husband to "shake me up a lemon drop martini" habitually like your dad does for your mom. Gorgeous photos!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 30, 2014 at 4:31 pm

      Oh I knew I liked you ;) And I agree! Or when we get together in 2015 we can shake some of these up!
      Reply
  7. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says

    December 30, 2014 at 6:02 pm

    Wow! Now this is the way to ring in the New Year!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 31, 2014 at 7:26 am

      I agree....perfect way! Thank Julie!
      Reply
  8. Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says

    December 30, 2014 at 7:08 pm

    What a fun drink! I love the lemon yellow color and your photos! Happy New Year!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 31, 2014 at 7:26 am

      Oh thank you so much Kristine! It definitely is tasty!
      Reply
  9. Kelley @ Chef Savvy says

    December 30, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    I need this martini like right now! Looks amazing!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 31, 2014 at 7:25 am

      I agree! Thanks Kelley!
      Reply
  10. Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog says

    December 30, 2014 at 8:11 pm

    I need one of these right now, I'm so not waiting for New Years lol!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 31, 2014 at 7:25 am

      I am with ya! Cheers, Sharon!
      Reply
  11. Andi @ The Weary Chef says

    December 31, 2014 at 9:16 am

    What a beautiful drink, Meg! I love lemon drops, and the fizzy addition sounds so refreshing.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 31, 2014 at 4:37 pm

      I knew I liked you, Andi ;)
      Reply
  12. Kelly @ Mostly Homemade Mom says

    December 31, 2014 at 11:35 am

    I've never had a lemon drop martini, this looks delicious!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 31, 2014 at 4:36 pm

      Oh you need to change that! You will love it, Kelly!
      Reply
  13. Cinnamon Flowers says

    December 31, 2014 at 6:08 pm

    I noticed lemon zest in one picture. But the recipe does not mention lemon zest. Do you put some in the drink? Looks amazing my faughter and I are excited to make these!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 1, 2015 at 11:51 am

      Oh yes I did! I did it more for looks but you can definintely add that to enhance the lemon flavor! I will update the recipe now. Thanks for catching that :) And I hope you girls enjoy it!
      Reply
  14. Melanie | Melanie Makes says

    January 1, 2015 at 3:04 pm

    These are stunning, Meg - Pinned so I can drink them post-March!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 2, 2015 at 7:13 am

      Yes! March and you can kick your feet up with on!
      Reply
  15. Kim says

    January 2, 2015 at 4:13 pm

    Ah this looks so yummy and refreshing! Bookmarking this for when I am no longer pregnant!!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 2, 2015 at 6:41 pm

      Oh congrats!!! And yes perfect way to relax!
      Reply
  16. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says

    January 8, 2015 at 2:02 pm

    What a gorgeous drink! Pinning, because I really would love to try it!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 8, 2015 at 7:57 pm

      Oh thank you Michelle! Cheers!
      Reply
  17. Allison Beattie says

    July 3, 2015 at 10:40 pm

    I'm a big fan of lemon drop martini's and yours looks wonderful! When you say a "pinch" of sugar, are you talking about 1/8 teaspoon, 1/4 teaspoon, or ?????? Everyone's "pinch" is different - lol. You also said top with sparkling water. How much? I don't want to overdo it or not put enough of something. Can't wait to make them!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      July 4, 2015 at 6:48 am

      Hi Allison! A pinch is really more to your liking. I don't like my lemon drops too sweet so I would go with 1/4 teaspoon. But if you like yours sweet, go with a teaspoon. It's really up to you! And topping with sparkling water is anywhere between 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup, depending on the size of you martini glass! Enjoy and Cheers!
      Reply
  18. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    May 23, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    I didn't have a very positive experience with lemon drop martinis a few years back... but I'd be willing to try them again :) Yours look fabulous!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      May 23, 2016 at 2:14 pm

      Oh no! Never fun memories! But hopefully these are better ;) Thanks Lori!
      Reply
  19. Stephanie says

    May 23, 2016 at 2:32 pm

    Love lemon...love martinis. Got make me some :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      May 24, 2016 at 8:21 am

      I am with you!! Thanks Stephanie!
      Reply
  20. Cookin Canuck says

    May 23, 2016 at 5:00 pm

    Your lucky mum to have these mixed up for her by your dad! These look like the perfect summertime cocktails.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      May 24, 2016 at 8:21 am

      Yes my Mom is a very lucky lady!! And summertime perfection for sure!! Thanks so much!
      Reply
  21. Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says

    May 23, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    These photos are GORGEOUS! I would totally make these for girls night in! <3
    Reply
    • Meg says

      May 24, 2016 at 8:20 am

      Why thank you Jenn!! And I want to come to that girls night!
      Reply
  22. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says

    May 23, 2016 at 7:50 pm

    Girl you know how to make a cocktail!! I want to sip on this all week long!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      May 24, 2016 at 8:16 am

      Why thank you, Erin!! And I will join you in enjoying these ;)
      Reply
  23. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    May 23, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    Looks like your dad taught you well! These look scrumptious, and I think they might go down a little too easily for me :) Love them - your photos are gorgeous!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      May 24, 2016 at 8:15 am

      Yes he did! And I am right there with you...too easy!! Thanks Patricia!
      Reply
  24. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    June 8, 2016 at 5:19 pm

    Wow!! This is going to be my summer drink! I also agree that fresh lemon is a must in all recipes.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      June 8, 2016 at 7:37 pm

      I hope you enjoy! Cheer ;)
      Reply
  25. Fern says

    June 14, 2016 at 6:00 pm

    This sounds good. I make something similar, I muddle basil in the shaker 1st. Lemon Basil Martini. It's wonderful and refreshing.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      June 20, 2016 at 12:52 pm

      Oh that sounds SO tasty!
      Reply
  26. Mary @ Quick Dinner Ideas says

    October 25, 2017 at 10:25 pm

    Want to try it now, perfect drink for summer days!
    Reply
  27. MEAl5 says

    October 25, 2017 at 10:31 pm

    Thank you! My boy love this recipe so much! He want I do it everyday :)
    Reply
  28. Betty says

    January 5, 2018 at 3:40 pm

    What do you recommend as a "good" vodka??
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 6, 2018 at 2:35 pm

      I personally love Tito's Vodka! Or Grey Goose is good as well!
      Reply
  29. PJP says

    March 18, 2018 at 5:24 pm

    I'm a little confused ... 'rim the glass with sugar' ?? I thought this was a keto cocktail? Love the concept but rimming with sugar is not on my keto list.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      March 21, 2018 at 4:35 pm

      Hi there, I am not sure where it states that this recipe is keto. I am sorry if you landed here from someone mentioning it was. I don't follow the keto diet, nor any diet for that matter. But if the sugar bothers you, simply leave it out. Hope that helps!
      Reply
  30. Tanya says

    September 5, 2018 at 5:58 pm

    This turned out great! Usually I don’t like the taste of lemon vodka but the fresh lemon juice really makes it tasty. I used plain sparkling water but can’t wait to try it with lemon. Thank you for the recipe.
    Reply

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