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Lime Drop Shot

A lime-forward variation of the classic Lemon Drop shot.

vodkaEasy~30% ABV

MethodShakeGlassShot GlassIcenoneGarnishsugared lime wedge

Recipe

Serves1

Ingredients

1½ ozvodka
½ ozfresh lime juice(freshly squeezed)
½ ozsimple syrup
sugared lime wedgegarnish

Tools

shakerjiggerstrainercitrus juicer

Instructions

1Rim a shot glass with sugar.
2Combine vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice.
3Shake until well chilled.
4Strain into the sugared shot glass.
5Serve with a sugar-coated lime wedge as a chaser.

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History & Origin

The Lime Drop applies the beloved Lemon Drop formula to lime, creating a more tropical, margarita-like shot.

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