Others prefer one part vodka to four or five parts grapefruit juice.
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Some people prefer to pair one part of vodka with two parts of grapefruit juice, since the glass is going to be full of ice cubes anyway (which will melt and dilute it). It is rare to see ‘greyhound cocktail’ printed on a bar menu these days, simply because it is just as easy to ask for vodka (or gin) with grapefruit juice on the rocks.īecause it is your drink, the amount of ingredients you use is up to you. The name ‘greyhound cocktail’ was coined because this drink was served at ‘Post House’ – Greyhound’s popular restaurant chain found in bus terminals.ĭuring prohibition and shortly after, the quality of alcoholic cocktails wasn’t so good, hence the popular addition of salt or sugar rims. In 1945, a recipe for a ‘Greyhound’ was printed in Harper’s magazine, calling for vodka, canned grapefruit juice and sugar. Many classic vodka-based cocktails we know today would have contained gin instead back then. Gin was the liquor of choice for blending with fruit juice until after the Second World War when vodka started to gain popularity. Craddock’s recipe is made with gin, ice and grapefruit juice.
It was first mentioned in Harry Craddock’s Savoy Cocktail book and described as a ‘grapefruit cocktail variation’ which implies grapefruit juice cocktails were already popular back then. Greyhound Cocktail HistoryĪ gi-based version of this cocktail appeared during the 1930s. One average sized grapefruit yields about 4 ounces of juice, which is just what you need for this greyhound cocktail recipe. Use a citrus juicer to juice your own grapefruits or choose a store-bought one which is 100% grapefruit juice with no pulp or added sugar. A greyhound cocktail is a delicious drink, ideal for either brunch or anytime you want a quick and easy-to-make beverage that offers a fruity flavor with a semi-bitter kick.Ĭonsisting simply of vodka and grapefruit juice, along with perhaps a citrus slice for garnish, this refreshing cocktail takes only a couple of minutes to prepare, but always hits the spot and tastes fantastic.īecause this drink only has two ingredients, you will want to make sure you use good quality vodka and also good quality grapefruit juice – freshly squeezed if possible – because both flavors will be clear in the finished cocktail.
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