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pineapple lemon drop cocktail

Pineapple Lemon Drop

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Prep Time: 5 minutes
5 from 2 votes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Lemon Drop, pineapple
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner
Enjoy a Pineapple Lemon Drop tonight. Perfect balance of sweet and tart.

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 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.
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