Who doesn't love a shot of summer after a long day? This citrus drop shot is perfect to use up leftover orange, lemons, and limes. And it's so quick and easy to make.
When my daughter graduated from college, the two of us took a road trip to Florida. At the time, I was a single mom who only started building her life in the States a decade ago, and this vacation meant everything to me.
Of course, her accomplishment was worth celebrating across the country, but this journey was a selfish gift for me.
Not because I wanted to visit Florida, which I did, but because I knew this was my last chance to spend a few days alone with my only child.
The last time for just the two of us without daily chores and responsibilities, her friends, job, and her boyfriend, who, I suspected, had intentions to "put a ring on it" soon.
That was the last time I had my little girl just to myself. And the Orange State was a perfect place to bond.
Florida has a special place in my heart.
So when my blogging friends asked if I'd like to take part in a blog hop "Food Bloggers for Florida", just as we did for Texas, I did not hesitate.
My daughter and I enjoyed this citrus drop shot back then, so it comes as no surprise that I'm sharing the recipe. Every time the orange scent hits my nostrils, memories of our fun time together come rushing back.
Helping raise the funds and support the beautiful State devastated by hurricane Irma is the least I can do.
🛒 Ingredients and Notes
- 1 orange
- 2 lemons
- 2 limes
- 6 oz. vodka
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
- ice cubes
- sugar for the rim, optional
🔪 Instructions
- With a citrus juicer, squeezer, or a reamer juice the orange, lemons, and limes.
- Combine the citrus juices, vodka, honey, and ice cubes in a drink shaker and shake firmly.
- Rim the shot glasses with sugar, if using.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses and serve.
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Florida Citrus Drop Shot in 60 Seconds
Ingredients
- 1 orange
- 2 lemons
- 2 limes
- 6 oz. vodka
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
- ice cubes
- sugar for the rim optional
Instructions
- With a citrus juicer, squeezer or a reamer juice the orange, lemons, and limes.
- Combine the citrus juices, vodka, honey, and ice cubes in a drink shaker and shake firmly.
- Rim the shot glasses with sugar, if using.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses and serve.
Mary says
Jas I've never been to Florida but I sure know about citrus fruits. This looks like a fun drink to make and so easy too.
Jas says
Thanks, Mary! You don't need Florida when you have Greece and citrus orchard, LOL. Hope your new life in NY is shaping up nicely 🙂
Elise Cohen Ho says
This looks awesome. Plus it fights colds right? LOL
Jas says
Ha, ha, I love that excuse 😉 Thanks, Elise!!
Lina says
The drink looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing at Sew It Cook It Craft It! You're one of my features today.
Jas says
Thank you, Lina! You made my day, it's such an honor! 😀
Amber Harrop says
I love the drink and the story behind it I remember my daughter heading off to college too and I think the cause it so worth it x
Jas says
Thanks, Amber! Time flies by so fast, now I'm sending my granddaughter off to kindergarten. 🙁
Rhonda says
You created a special memory for both you and your daughter with that trip. The drinks look amazing. Pinning to my Cocktail Hour board. Thanks for sharing on Sunday's Best.
Jas says
Oh, I have to check your board out. I love cocktails 🙂
Leslie says
Mmmm. This looks so good. And what a special trip to inspire the recipe! Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
Jas says
Thanks, Leslie, and thank you for stopping by!
Teresa - Aging Like a Fine Wine says
Sounds like the perfect little drink to enjoy during these last days of warm weather! Thank you for sharing at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I've pinned and shared on social media.
Jas says
Yes, it is. Soon we'll be looking for a drink to keep us warm 🙂
Jann Olson says
fruity and refreshing! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Jas says
It really is, plus relaxing, LOL! 😉