Refresh yourself with this quick Palm Beach Cocktail recipe! Blend Gin, grapefruit juice, sweet vermouth, and a grapefruit zest for a perfect summer cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 135
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Gin
- 1 oz grapefruit juice
- ½ oz sweet Vermouth
- Ice cubes
- Grapefruit zest - for garnish
Equipment
- Martini Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Cocktail Shaker
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your Martini glass with ice cubes.
- Add Grapefruit Juice: Measure and pour 1 oz grapefruit juice into the shaker.
- Add Vermouth: Add ½ oz sweet Vermouth to the mix.
- Add Gin: Pour 1½ oz Gin.
- Prep Shaker: Fill your shaker with ice.
- Shake: Shaker vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain: Fine strain into your chilled martini glass.
- Garnish: Use a grapefruit peel for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: If you don't have Gin, try using vodka for a cleaner taste. I've also used tequila for a more robust flavor profile.
- Grapefruit Juice: Orange juice can work in a pinch, though it will be sweeter and less tart.
- Sweet Vermouth: Dry vermouth can be used if you add a small splash of simple syrup to balance the flavors.
Making a Pitcher of Palm Beach Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of Gin, 8 oz of grapefruit juice, and 4 oz of sweet vermouth.
- Mix: Combine the Gin, grapefruit juice, and sweet vermouth in a large pitcher with ice and stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into chilled coupe glasses, garnish with a grapefruit zest, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic Gin's botanicals.
- Vermouth Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic vermouth or mix grape juice with a dash of apple cider vinegar for complexity.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
What is a Palm Beach Cocktail?
A Palm Beach Cocktail is a gin-based drink made of Gin, grapefruit juice, and sweet vermouth. It’s easy to make because it requires only three ingredients and simple mixing steps. This cocktail offers a refreshing blend of citrusy and slightly bitter flavors, making it an ideal choice for warm weather occasions.
What is a Palm Beach Cocktail made of – The ingredients
Collect these ingredients to mix a Palm Beach Cocktail:
- Gin: Provides the botanical base and primary spirit for the cocktail.
- Grapefruit Juice: Adds a refreshing citrusy flavor with a slight bitterness.
- Sweet Vermouth: Contributes a sweet, herbal complexity to balance the drink.
- Ice Cubes: Chills the cocktail and dilutes it slightly for a smoother taste.
- Grapefruit Zest (for garnish): Enhances the presentation and adds an extra citrus aroma.
