A refreshing cocktail is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. A grapefruit vodka martini is just what you need!
I love martinis. I love grapefruit.
But what happens when you mix the two together?
The result is a refreshing, summery drink that will make your taste buds dance in delight!
Perfect for any time of day or night, this drink is perfect to sip on while lounging by the pool or sitting at home with friends.
Let’s get started!
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How To Make A Grapefruit Martini with Vodka
If you are a fan of the tart taste of grapefruit, you will love this simple to make martini. It is packed with vitamin C so you can imbibe guilt free.
In my experience drinking a glass of grapefruit juice before you go to bed can stave off a hangover so why not drink your grapefruit juice with your vodka?
This recipe couldn’t be simpler, all you have to do is mix together the ingredients in a shaker with ice and pour into chilled martini glasses.
If you want to make it extra special, add an olive or mint leaf as garnish – trust us, they’ll love it!
To make this popular drink at home, you’ll need:
- Vodka
- Grapefruit Juice
- Lime Juice
You can use either gin or vodka as your alcohol to the grapefruit martini recipe although purists will use vodka.
If you want to be extra fancy, you can create a salt rim on your glass by dipping it in lime juice then twisting it around a saucer of salt.
What tools do I need to make the Grapefruit Vodka Martini?
You really don’t need much in order to make this cocktail which makes it perfect for any party or large gathering when you want to whip them up in minutes.
The only tool you’ll need to make this cocktail:
- A cocktail shaker
- A strainer for pouring the drink without the ice.
Don’t have the tools you need?
If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, a large mason jar works just as well in a pinch.
Use the mason jar lid or a plate to strain the drink if you don’t own a strainer.
Steps for making a grapefruit martini with vodka
Step 1
Combine the ingredients and some ice in a cocktail shaker and shake for 15 seconds
Step 2
Strain into a martini glass
Step 3
Garnish with a mint leaf or a slice of grapefruit
Grapefruit Vodka Martini – Variations
The Grapefruit Vodka Martini is one of my favorite cocktails, especially in the summertime. But I love it all year long because it’s so easy to make and just tastes delicious!
If you are looking for a pink cocktail for a special occasion then you can use pink grapefruit juice instead of regular white juice.
Pink grapefruit is slightly sweeter than white grapefruit plus it is packed with the phytonutrient, lycopene, which is a powerful cancer fighter.
Pink Paloma Cocktail – This delicious tequila cocktail is just the right combination of tart and sweet.
Megmosa Cocktail – This grapefruit mimosa is perfect for a summer celebration.
Grapefruit Vodka Martini
This refreshing martini is perfect for any time of year but it really comes into its own in the summer months.
Ingredients
- 4 oz Vodka
- 1 /2 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz grapefruit juice
- Juice of one freshly squeezed lime
- Grapefruit slice and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice
- Shake for 15-30 seconds
- Strain into a martini glass
- Garnish with a mint leaf and a slice of grapefruit if desired
Notes
- You can use either regular grapefruit juice or pink grapefruit juice which is slightly sweeter
- This vodka can be substituted for gin if you prefer.
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