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A glass of pink grapefruit cocktail with ice, a grapefruit slice, and a rosemary sprig garnish, sits on a coaster. Fresh grapefruit segments are on the table nearby.

Greyhound Cocktail

Elien Lewis
A classic greyhound cocktail made with gin and fresh grapefruit juice. It's crisp, refreshing, and one of the simplest cocktails you can make. Use ruby red grapefruit for the best flavor and color.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktails
Cuisine American
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 1/2 oz gin
  • 4 oz grapefruit juice freshly squeezed
  • Ice

Instructions
 

  • Fill a highball glass with ice.
  • Pour in the gin.
  • Top with fresh grapefruit juice.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and a sprig of rosemary.

Notes

  • Both US customary and metric measurements are provided.
  • Use freshly squeezed grapefruit juice for the best flavor. Bottled juice tastes flat in comparison.
  • Ruby red grapefruit is sweeter and gives the cocktail a beautiful pink color. White or pink grapefruit will work but will be more tart. Add a dash of simple syrup if needed.
  • Gin is the original spirit in a greyhound and my preference, but you can swap it for vodka for a cleaner, more grapefruit-forward drink.
  • For a salty dog, rim the glass with salt before adding the ice.
  • A flavored simple syrup like rosemary or thyme makes a lovely addition if you want a little extra depth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serveCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 0.1gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 184mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword gin, Grapefruit
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