Lemon-Twist Vodka Martini

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A clean and bright vodka martini accentuated with a fresh lemon twist for a citrusy aroma. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, dry vermouth, lemon peel twist 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 165 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 165 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes to chill the ingredients quickly.
  2. Step 2: Add 2.5 oz vodka and 0.5 oz dry vermouth into the shaker.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty cold.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled martini glass, removing any ice shards.
  5. Step 5: Express the oils of 1 lemon peel twist over the surface of the drink by holding it over the glass and gently twisting, then rim the glass with the peel and drop it in as garnish.

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