While we were in Austin in June, we drank our fair share of grapefruit cocktails. It has no become our Friday night tradition! We have also acquired an obsession with Tito's Vodka.
The cocktail is slightly tart, yet a tad sweet due to the simple syrup. With the added mint leaves, it is extremely refreshing and great for a hot summer day.
But be careful, these go down very easily or have your aspirin bottle ready!! These are also great in non-alcoholic form!
Fresh Grapefruit and Mint Cocktails
Ingredients
- 2 cups freshly squeezed Grapefruit juice (about 5 grapefruits)
- 2 tablespoon Wholesome Sweetners Organic Sugar
- ½ cup water
- 12 fresh mint leaves
- Vodka
- Ice
- Grapefruit for garnish
Instructions
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In a small sauce pan, bring sugar and water to a simmer.
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Add grapefruit juice and simmer for another 2 minutes.
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Remove from heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
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Once cooled, add ice and your desired amount of vodka to each glass.
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Add 4 mint leaves to each glass.
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Pour Grapefruit sugar juice into each glass and stir to combine.
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Garnish with more mint and a slice of fresh grapefruit.
Nutrition Facts
Fresh Grapefruit and Mint Cocktails
Amount Per Serving (4 g)
Calories 0
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Megan
I love the idea of having a Friday night drink tradition! I think I will start that as well!!
theseasidebaker
It is a fun thing to look forward to!
Maria
If you wanted to make this up in "batch" form...about how many ounces of vodka would you add to this recipe?
theseasidebaker
So my ratio is 1/3 alcohol to 2/3 juice, and I just base it off of the container I am making it in. Hope this helps!
Maria
What about for a mocktail version?
Jackie Bruchez
For a cocktail just eliminate the vodka. It is delicious either way!