The Intoxicologist

The Raspberry Lemon Drop makes a beautiful drink. The raspberry liqueur continually sinks to the bottom of the glass giving the illusion of a rather plump looking raspberry at the bottom. You could even garnish the Raspberry Lemon Drop with a skewer of fresh raspberries as the photo suggests. The last third of the drink is where the lemon wheel and raspberry liqueur start working together for an extra burst of sweet-tart flavor. 

Raspberry Lemon Drop – created by The Intoxicologist

2 ounces Ciroc Vodka

Juice of One Freshly Squeezed Lemon

1/2 ounce Collins Bar Syrup

1/4 – 1/2 ounce Mathilde Liqueur Framboise (Chambord may be substituted)

1 Lemon Wheel (remove seeds)

In a cocktail shaker combine Ciroc Vodka, lemon juice, and Collins Bar Syrup. Fill shaker one-third full with ice. Shake 15 – 20 seconds. Strain into a well chilled cocktail glass. Gently float the lemon wheel on top of the cocktail mixture. Very carefully drizzle the Mathilde Liqueur Framboise onto the lemon wheel only. Some will filter through, but be careful not to stir it into the drink to allow for a nice layering effect.