Description
There’s something magical about the combination of grapefruit and gin. The slight bitterness of the grapefruit juice mixed with the floral notes of gin creates a cocktail that’s refreshing yet sophisticated. And when you add in a sprig of rosemary? It turns this simple drink into something truly special.
Ingredients
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For the rim
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp sea salt
- Zest of half a grapefruit
For the cocktail
- 50ml gin (your favourite brand works great)
- 100ml freshly squeezed grapefruit juice (pink grapefruit for a hint of sweetness)
- 20ml Grapefruit cordial (optional, adjust to taste) note 1
- Ice cubes
- Club soda (for that fizz!)
For garnish
- Wedge of grapefruit
- Fresh rosemary sprig for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the decorative rim:
- On a small plate, mix the sugar, sea salt, and grapefruit zest. Rub a wedge of grapefruit around the rim of your glass to moisten it, then dip the glass into the mixture, coating the rim with the zesty, sweet, and salty blend.
Prep your ingredients:
- Start by juicing your grapefruit. Make sure to remove any seeds for a smooth drink.
Mix the cocktail:
- In a cocktail shaker, add ice, gin, grapefruit juice, and grapefruit cordial (note 1). Shake it well until the mixture is nice and chilled.
Serve:
- Strain the mix into your rimmed glass filled with ice (or without ice). For a lighter, more refreshing drink, top it off with a splash of club soda.
Garnish:
- Add a slice of grapefruit and a sprig of fresh rosemary for a fragrant, decorative finish.
Notes
- I chose grapefruit cordial instead of simple syrup because I am all about super easy, delicious recipes. Feel free to use simple syrup instead, around 15 ml per cocktail should be enough, but add more or less according to taste.
Here is how to make it:
To make simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat until the sugar dissolves, then let it cool before using. Store in the fridge for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Mixing