Greyhound Cocktail Recipe
Written by Sip on this classic Greyhound Cocktail recipe! Crafted with vodka and fresh grapefruit juice, this refreshing cocktail is a must-have for sunny afternoons.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 196
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 5 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- Ice cubes
- Grapefruit slice or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball or Collins Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your Highball or Collins glass with ice cubes.
- Add Vodka: Pour 2 oz Vodka over the ice.
- Add Grapefruit Juice: Pour approximately 5 oz fresh grapefruit juice to fill up the glass.
- Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to mix the ingredients.
- Garnish: Garnish with a grapefruit slice or twist.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Vodka: Sometimes, I opt for gin when I want a more botanical touch to my Greyhound. The juniper notes of gin can play well with grapefruit.
- Grapefruit Juice: In a pinch, I've used a blend of orange and lemon juice. It's different but still quite delightful.
Making a Pitcher of Greyhound Drink:
- Scale: For a pitcher serving 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. So, you'd use 16 oz of vodka and 40 oz of grapefruit juice.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, mix the vodka and grapefruit juice.
- Serve: Pour into individual ice-filled glasses, garnish with a grapefruit slice or twist, and enjoy!
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Vodka Substitute: I've found that sparkling water or tonic gives the drink a pleasant fizziness in the absence of vodka.
- Proceed As Usual: Using the non-alcoholic substitute for vodka, follow the original steps and savor a non-alcoholic Greyhound.