Lemon Drop Shots

Bottoms up! This lemon drop shot recipe is sweet, tart, and wildly easy to make at home. 

How to Make a Lemon Drop Shot

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:

What’s In a Lemon Drop Shot? 

It’s incredibly easy to make bar-worthy lemon drop shots at home. Here’s what you’ll need: 

• Vodka: You can use whatever vodka variety you have on hand. 
• Lemon: You’ll need fresh lemon juice and lemon wedges. 
• Sugar: White sugar perfectly balances the tart lemon flavor. 

How to Make Lemon Drop Shots

Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make lemon drop shots: 

1. Combine the vodka and juice in a shot glass. 
2. Sprinkle the shot with sugar. 
3. Dip the lemon wedges in sugar, then use the wedges as a chaser. 

How to Serve Lemon Drop Shots

Serve each lemon drop shot with a sugared lemon wedge. If you want to go the extra mile, rim each shot glass with sugar. 

Can You Make Lemon Drop Shots for a Crowd? 

Each lemon drop shot calls for equal parts vodka and lemon juice, so you can easily adjust the recipe for larger groups. Combine the ingredients in an airtight container, store the mixture in the fridge, and 

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“It really does taste like the candy,” according to Allrecipes Allstar lutzflcat. “The sugar-coated lemon wedge really tames the tart lemon juice.”

“Used simple syrup instead of sugar, but definitely great,” says Luv2Cook!.

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams