Ingredients:

  • ½ cup (120ml) vodka
  • ¼ cup (60ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) simple syrup
  • Lemon wedges (for rimming glasses)
  • Granulated sugar (for rimming glasses)
  • A slice of lemon or a twist of lemon peel for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Rub a lemon wedge around the rim of each shot glass and dip the rims in granulated sugar to coat evenly.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice cubes to chill the mixture well.
  4. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well combined and chilled.
  5. Strain the mixture into the sugar-rimmed shot glasses.
  6. Add a slice of lemon or a twist of lemon peel to each shot for a pop of color.