The cocktail “Salty Dog” is a simple and refreshing drink, perfect for hot days or parties. Its main flavor is a harmonious combination of grapefruit, vodka, and a subtle salty note. Here’s the classic recipe:
Ingredients:
- Vodka — 50 ml
- Grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed or pre-packaged) — 100 ml
- Salt — for the rim
- Ice — a few cubes
- Grapefruit wedge (optional) — for garnish
Step-by-step recipe:
- Prepare the glass.
- Use a rocks glass or a highball glass.
- Moisten the rim of the glass with water or juice, then dip it into fine salt to create a salt rim.
- Add ice.
- Fill the glass about two-thirds full with ice cubes.
- Mix the drink.
- Pour the vodka into the glass.
- Add the grapefruit juice.
- Garnish (optional).
- Garnish with a grapefruit wedge or a twist of peel for extra aroma.
How to serve:
Serve immediately after preparing to keep the cocktail fresh and chilled.
This cocktail is easy to customize: you can replace vodka with gin if you prefer a more herbal flavor. Enjoy! 🍹