Mandarin Zest Martini

This Mandarin Zest Martini is a delightful twist on the classic Lemon Drop Martini, perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot summer day. The addition of fresh mandarin juice enhances the original refreshing qualities of the cocktail, striking a perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors. Sipping on this eminently quaffable concoction will transport you to a state of utter refreshment, making it an essential drink for the warmer months.

Mandarin Zest Martini

A delightful twist on the classic Lemon Drop Martini, this Mandarin Zest Martini strikes a perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors, perfect for the summer.

4.27 from 10 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 ounces vodka
  • 1/2 ounce triple sec
  • 3/4 ounce lemon juice
  • 1 ounce mandarin juice
  • 1 teaspoon fine sugar

Instructions

  1. Rim your cocktail glass with sugar.
  2. In a shaker, combine vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, and mandarin juice with ice.
  3. Shake vigorously to chill and dilute the ingredients.
  4. Double strain the mixture into your glass.