Citrus Clockwork Martini

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A zesty and crisp martini inspired by precision and timing, featuring fresh citrus and a hint of elderflower. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, elderflower liqueur for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes up to the brim.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz gin, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur, and 1/4 oz simple syrup into the shaker.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 dashes of orange bitters.
  4. Step 4: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker becomes frosty.
  5. Step 5: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards.
  6. Step 6: Express a wide strip of lemon peel over the surface to release oils, then rest it neatly on the rim as garnish.

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