Ingredients
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1 oz strawberry vodka 🍓 (use flavored vodka for a strong berry essence)
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1 oz fresh lemon juice 🍋 (freshly squeezed for brightness)
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1/2 oz triple sec 🍊 (adds a soft orange citrus complexity)
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1/2 oz simple syrup 🍯 (for a touch of balanced sweetness)
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Ice ❄️ (enough to shake and chill the drink)
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Sugar 🍬 (for rimming the glass)
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Fresh strawberry and lemon wheel (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prep the Glass:
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Take a chilled martini or coupe glass and gently rub a lemon wedge around the rim.
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Dip the rim into a shallow plate of sugar, twisting slightly to ensure full coverage.
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Set the glass aside in the refrigerator or freezer while you prepare the cocktail.
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Mix the Cocktail:
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In a cocktail shaker, add ice until about ¾ full.
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Pour in 1 oz strawberry vodka, 1 oz lemon juice, 1/2 oz triple sec, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
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Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds. The goal is to chill the drink well and lightly aerate it for a smoother texture.
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Strain and Serve:
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Remove your sugar-rimmed glass from the fridge/freezer.
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Double strain the cocktail (through a fine mesh sieve, if available) into the prepared glass to remove any ice shards or pulp for a smooth finish.
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Garnish:
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Add a fresh strawberry on the rim or skewered on a cocktail pick.
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Float a lemon wheel inside the drink or place it on the rim for an extra pop of color and flavor.
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Notes
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Premix Ingredients: You can prepare a large batch of the base (vodka, lemon juice, triple sec, simple syrup) and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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Rim Glasses Ahead: Sugar-rimmed glasses can be prepped a few hours before serving and kept chilled.
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Skip the Ice Until Serving: Don’t add ice to pre-batched cocktails until serving to avoid dilution.
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Garnishes: Slice strawberries and lemon wheels in advance and store them in airtight containers in the fridge.