Step 1.
- Chill the cocktail glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
Step 2.
- In a shaker, combine 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
Step 3.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Step 4.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled cocktail glass.
Step 5.
- Garnish with a lemon twist and a sprig of mint.