Rosé Lemon Drop
on Feb 13, 2025, Updated Mar 29, 2025
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Enjoy a Rosé Lemon Drop—bright, citrusy, and perfectly balanced with rosé for a refreshing, elegant twist on the classic cocktail!
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What Makes This Recipe Great
Looking for a refreshing and sophisticated twist on a classic cocktail? The Rosé Lemon Drop is your answer! This delightful drink combines the bright, citrusy flavors of a traditional lemon drop with the delicate fruitiness of rosé wine, creating a perfectly balanced and visually stunning cocktail. Whether you’re hosting a Galantine’s gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, this recipe is sure to impress. Be sure and share your cocktail after you have made it and share it on Instagram!!
Ingredient List
- Vodka– if you are feeling festive use a flavored vodka
- Cointreau– triple sec can also be a substitute for cointreau
- Lemon Juice– be sure and roll those lemons before you juice them
- Freeze Dried Strawberry– you can find these in the produce section or in the baking aisle
- Simple Syrup– home made or store bought is fine
- Sparkling Rose– Choose a dry or semi-dry rosé for this cocktail. A fruit-forward rosé will complement the lemon flavors beautifully.
Step by Step
- Choose a dry or semi-dry rosé for this cocktail. A fruit-forward rosé will complement the lemon flavors beautifully.
- Use a muddler to mash the strawberry then shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Use a muddler to mash the strawberry then shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for 30 seconds.
Pro Tip
- Get creative with your garnishes! Edible flowers or a sprig of rosemary can add a touch of elegance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does any other alcohol work in this recipe?
- Yes, if you like Gin it can work in this recipe!
How do you add the freeze dried strawberries to the rim?
- Use the lemon you juiced and brush it along the side for the freeze dried strawberries to stick to!
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Rosé Lemon Drop
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- ¾ oz Cointreau
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 1 strawberry
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 1 oz sparkling rosé
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker add a cup of ice followed by vodka, cointreau, lemon juice, strawberry and simple syrup.
- Use a muddler to mash the strawberry then shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Strain into a coupe glass and top with sparkling rosé.
