Pineapple Lemon Drop (Print version)
A bright pineapple lemon drop cocktail with vodka, fresh lemon juice, pineapple juice, triple sec, and a crisp sugared rim.
# Ingredients:
For the glass
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar, for the rim
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1 lemon wedge, for moistening the rim
For the cocktail
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1 1/2 oz (45 ml) vodka
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1 1/2 oz (45 ml) unsweetened pineapple juice
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3/4 oz (22 ml) fresh lemon juice
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1/2 oz (15 ml) triple sec or Cointreau
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1/4 to 1/2 oz (7 to 15 ml) simple syrup, to taste
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1 cup ice
For garnish
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1 lemon twist or thin lemon wheel
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1 small pineapple wedge
# Instructions:
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Fill a coupe or martini glass with ice water and let it stand while you measure the cocktail.
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Spread the sugar on a small plate. Rub the outside edge of the glass with the lemon wedge, then dip the moistened edge into the sugar. Set aside.
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Add the vodka, pineapple juice, fresh lemon juice, triple sec, and 1/4 ounce simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
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Fill the shaker with ice. Seal and shake hard for 15-20 seconds, until the shaker feels very cold and frosty.
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Discard the ice water from the glass. Strain the cocktail into the sugared glass and garnish with a lemon twist or pineapple wedge. Taste and add a touch more syrup next time if you prefer it sweeter.
# Good to know:
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Serve immediately while very cold.
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Use fresh lemon juice for the cleanest flavor.
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This alcoholic drink is intended for adults of legal drinking age.