Named after the University of Vermont. Good Autumn Drink (Thanksgiving, Back-to-School). I prefer dark, grade B syrup for its earthiness and color.

Pour Vodka, then Maple syrup and then Lemon Juice in shaker full of ice ( I do the lemon juice after the maple to make sure I get as much of the syrup as possible). Shake vigorously. Strain into cocktail glass.

Optional: Before pouring the cocktail, dip the rim of the glass in lemon juice then in a plate of raw sugar crystals or granulated brown sugar.