Lemon Martini with real Lemon Drops

This is a fun but sophisticated drink that’s so easy to use when entertaining. The added bits of lemon rind and lemon drops bring out the kid in anybody…even while enjoying such a grown up drink! Even Oprah is a lover of this fun and festive beverage!

1.5 ounces vodka
1 ounce triple sec
1 tsp. Superfine Sugar
2 ounces fresh lemon juice
Lemon zest or peel for garnish
Lemon drop candies

Place first four ingredients in a martini shaker filled with ice. Shake gently until sugar is dissolved. Place a couple of lemon drop candies in the bottom of a sugar rimmed martini glass. Add cocktail mix and garnish with lemon peel or zest and a fresh mint leaf if desired. Sip and enjoy!

Non Alcoholic Lemon Breeze

This drink can be served up in a special glass such as one that you might use for a lemon martini, but it is completely non alcoholic for those who choose not to have any alcohol at all. It’s simple and quick and oh so pretty. In a glass, pour 1/3 lemonade, 1/3 pineapple juice, and 1/3 soda. Add some crushed ice and top with a piece of candied lemon rind, or a fresh lemon wedge.

Lemon Mint Cocktail

Believe it or not, the combination of lemon and mint is very intriguing. If you’re looking for a holiday drink this season that’s light, refreshing and a little bit different, be sure to give this one a try! It couldn’t be any easier to prepare, and served up in a nice Collins glass, it adds a really special holiday touch!

In a tall glass such as a Collins glass, combine over crushed ice, 1 ounce peppermint schnapps and 6 ounces lemonade. Garnish with a red cherry, green mint leaf and a wedge of fresh lemon.