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
🔪Step by Step 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! 😉
Sandra L Garth says
A worthy cause and gorgeous drink! Your pictures are so tempting.
Jas says
Thank you, Sandra!
Leanna says
These are so pretty and tempting. They look delicious.
Jas says
Thanks, Leanna! They're pretty tasty 😉
Debrashoppeno5 says
This looks so crisp and refreshing. A perfect tribute to Florida. Thank you.
Jas says
Thank you, Debra! Hope you're well 🙂
Love from Munchkintime.com says
This recipe looks super good!!! Pinning to my Drinks Board, thank you for sharing!
Jas says
I'm so glad you like it. Thanks for stopping in!!!
Keri|flipflopweekend says
This looks so refreshing and delicious! I will definitely have to try!
Jas says
I hope you do! Thanks for stopping in 🙂
Ben Myhre says
Definitely shot strength!
Jas says
That's a good thing, right? 😉
Kate says
Oh, I’m making this tonight! Cheers!
Jas says
Awesome! Cheers, Kate 😀
Kris ~ Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookies says
This sounds like the perfect drink!
Jas says
I agree! 😀
Carlee says
Beautiful as always, Jas! How lucky that the two of you got to take a trip together before life got crazy again. What a fun memory and I could see how these would bring those feeling flooding back. What a great taste of Florida!
Jas says
Thanks, Carlee! Definitely a happy taste of Florida 😀
Ellen says
I love vodka drinks and if there's citrus, especially Florida citrus, involved, all the better! So glad you and your daughter made such a special trip to Florida. If you ever make it back, look me up!
Jas says
Thanks, Ellen! Will do 🙂 I can't even imagine the stress these hurricanes are putting you through. Hopefully, they are done devastating people. 🙁
anne says
This looks so refreshing!
Jas says
Hi, Anne! It really is refreshing 🙂
Val - Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids says
Love hearing about your memories of going to Florida with your daughter. 🙂
Jas says
Thanks, Val! It was truly a very special time 🙂
Beth says
Gorgeous photos, as usual, Jas! I can taste this drink just looking at them! Yum!
Jas says
Thank you, Beth! Would go great with your peach cobbler 😉
P~ says
What a perfect memory and what a wonderful cocktail! I love it. P~
Jas says
Thank you so much!
Wendy Klik says
Perfect little drink to help ease the stress of all affected by Harvey, Irma and now Maria.
Jas says
There are too many, that's for sure. Thanks for stopping in, Wendy!