This Strawberry Lemon Drop is a punchy, fruity spin on a classic. It’s sweet, sour, and strong in all the right ways. You’re smashing up fresh strawberries and lemon wedges, shaking them hard with vodka, triple sec, and simple syrup, then straining into a sugar-rimmed glass. It’s cold, colorful, and absolutely made for sipping on a warm afternoon. This is the kind of drink you break out when you want something that looks impressive but doesn’t need a full bar setup to pull off.

Strawberry Lemon Drop

My Strawberry Lemon Drop martini recipe is super easy to make, with just a few ingredients. It’s definitely worth the short time it takes to put together!

Muddling real fruit gives you a better flavor than anything bottled, and it turns this from a standard cocktail into something way more fun. It’s tangy from the lemon, sweet from the berries, and balanced by the hit of simple syrup.

The sugar rim might seem like a garnish, but it’s part of the experience. Each sip gets that bit of texture and sweetness on the edge that makes it feel a little fancy. This one’s great for happy hour, brunch, or when you’ve got strawberries that need using.

Why You’ll Love This Dish

• Perfect For Brunch – Light, pretty, and easy to make for a group.
• Fresh Fruit Flavor – Real strawberries and lemon make it vibrant and juicy.
• Sweet + Tart Balance – A little simple syrup takes the edge off the citrus.
• Quick To Shake Up – No fancy gear needed.
• Sugar Rimmed Glass – Adds texture and sweetness to every sip.

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Recipe Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Strawberries – Sweet and juicy, they bring color and real berry flavor. Use ripe ones for the best results.
• Lemon – Fresh wedges get muddled with the berries for bright citrus kick. Bottled juice won’t do here.
• Vodka – Clean and smooth. Use your favorite mid-range vodka for the best value.
• Triple Sec – Orange-flavored liqueur that boosts citrus notes. Cointreau works too.
• Simple Syrup – Just sugar and water. Balances out the tart lemon and sharp vodka.
• White Sugar – For rimming the glass. Adds a little sweetness right where it counts.

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How To Make This Cocktail

This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1. Muddle The Fruit – Smash the strawberries and lemon wedges in a glass until juicy and pulpy.
2. Add Ice And Liquor – Fill the same glass with ice, then pour in vodka, triple sec, and simple syrup.
3. Shake It Up – Cap it with another glass and shake hard until it’s chilled.
4. Sugar The Rim – Wet the edge of a serving glass with lemon, dip in sugar.
5. Strain And Serve – Strain the drink into your rimmed glass and serve cold.

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What’s the easiest way to sugar a rim?

Adding a sugar rim not only improves the taste of your Lemon Drop, but it also makes it look super classy! I don’t know about you, but something about a rimmed glass just says “special” to me.

It’s easy to do, too! You can use water as a base, but when making this Lemon Drop you might want to try some of that freshly squeezed lemon juice!

1. Pour a little lemon juice in a shallow tray, just enough to coat the bottom
2. In a separate tray, spread sugar to a depth of ⅛ -¼ of an inch thick
3. Dip the top edge of your glass in the juice, making sure to wet the entire rim
4. Hold the glass up to let excess juice drip off the edge
5. Gently dip the glass in the sugar and twist to coat
6. Shake off extra sugar carefully
7. When pouring the drink, make sure to pour away from your sugar rim so it doesn’t get washed away!

So simple, so easy, SO worth it!  A little sugar goes a long way, and you’re going to LOVE the way it looks!

More Party Drinks

Are you having some friends over and need a few more summer drinks? Try these on for size! Your guests will love these fun party drinks!

• Homemade Pina Colada
• Orange Creamsicle Mimosa
• Dole Whip With Rum

If you have a few extra of those sweet summer strawberries to use up, you might want to try some sweet treats for dessert too.

More Strawberry Recipes

• Strawberry Rhubarb Bars
• Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits