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Simple Salty Dog Cocktail

Salty dog is a refreshingly, tart and citrusy cocktail made with just four ingredients - vodka or gin, grapefruit juice, simple syrup and salt for the rim!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: salty dog cocktail
Servings: 1
Calories: 190kcal
Author: Ros Singh

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka (or gin)
  • 4 oz grapefruit juice (fresh or store-bought)
  • 1/4 oz simple syrup (optional)
  • citrus salt (to coat the rim)
  • ice

Instructions

  • Prepare your desired garnish like grapefruit wedges and twists.
  • Make simple syrup (see separate recipe).
  • Wash, cut and squeeze the grapefruit. Strain the juice.
  • Spread salt onto a small plate.
  • Dip the rim of the serving glass in the juice.
  • Roll the top of the glass in the salt.
  • Mix vodka, grapefruit juice, and simple syrup together.
  • Strain.
  • Pour into prepped glass with salt.
  • Serve immediately with garnish.