The MT Plate: Huckleberry Lemon Drop Martini

Jul 24, 2025 | Local Food Guide, Recipes

What better way to cool down during the summer months than to mix yourself a drink featuring one of the...

What better way to cool down during the summer months than to mix yourself a drink featuring one of the ingredients Montana is known most for – Huckleberries! The recipe for a Huckleberry Lemon Drop Martini, featured in the summer section of the 2025 Local Food Guide, mixes some of the best ingredients Montana has to offer!

Yield: 1

Huckleberry Lemon Drop Martini

Huckleberry Lemon Drop Martini

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Cold Spring Huckleberry Vodka by Bozeman Spirits Distillery
  • 1-2 oz fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • Splash of simple syrup
  • A spoon full of fresh huckleberries (around 1 Tbsp), or to taste

Instructions

    1. Prepare: In a cocktail shaker, add Cold Spring Huckleberry Vodka by Bozeman Spirits Distillery, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Add ice, secure lid, and shake. Wet the rim of a glass with Cold Spring Huckleberry Vodka by Bozeman Spirits Distillery, and dip the rim into sugar. Muddle (gently crush) fresh huckleberries in the glass and pour the mixed drink into the glass. Garnish with a lemon slice, and enjoy!

This recipe was created by Bozeman Spirits Distillery. Inspired by Bozeman’s rugged charm and outdoor ethos, the spirits created by Bozeman Spirits Distillery capture the essence of Montana’s untamed beauty and adventurous lifestyle. For over 10 years, they’ve proudly embraced local roots, growing and harvesting barley from their farm and sourcing grains from Montana Milling, located in Conrad. Each bottle reflects their commitment to quality, rooted in hard work, passion, and Montana’s natural beauty. Visit bozemanspirits.com to learn more and schedule a tour.


Find more recipes like this in the 2025 Local Food Guide, or on our blog!

Stay Rooted in Montana’s Local Food Scene

Join our newsletter and get seasonal tips, recipes, and local food stories in your inbox.

Skip to Recipe