Pineapple Lemon Drop
This tropical cocktail is a vibrant mix of sweet pineapple and zesty lemon with a smooth vodka kick. Perfect for sunny days, parties, or whenever you need a sip of summer. Ready in minutes and totally irresistible!
- Prep Time: 5minutes
- Total Time: 5minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce pineapple juice fresh or canned
- 1/2 ounce lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1/2 ounce triple sec or Cointreau
- 1 teaspoon simple syrup or more to taste
- Sugar for rimming the glass
- Lemon twist and a pineapple slice for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Glass:
- Rim the edge of a martini glass with lemon juice and dip it into sugar to coat the rim thoroughly. Set aside.
Mix the Cocktail:
- In a shaker, combine vodka, pineapple juice, lemon juice, triple sec, and simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice, covering the liquid.
Shake:
- Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds, or until well chilled.
Serve:
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist and a slice of pineapple on the rim or float a small piece of pineapple in the drink.
Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical, citrusy flavors of your Pineapple Lemon Drop Cocktail.
Notes
For the freshest flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and chilled pineapple juice. Want a fun twist? Rim your glass with sugar and garnish with a lemon twist or pineapple wedge for that extra wow factor!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: servings 1