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Sea Breeze Cocktail

This summery sea breeze cocktail is so delicious and refreshing!
Course Cocktails
Cuisine Cocktails
Keyword sea breeze cocktail
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 Cocktail
Calories 170kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces vodka (I used Grey Goose)
  • 1.5 ounces cranberry juice
  • 1.5 ounces grapefruit juice

Garnish

  • 1 sliver grapefruit slice cut into two pieces

Instructions

  • Fill cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
  • Add vodka, cranberry juice, and grapefruit juice.
    2 ounces vodka, 1.5 ounces cranberry juice, 1.5 ounces grapefruit juice
  • Cap shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  • Add fresh ice to the glassware. Divide and pour the contents of the shaker into the glass and add the grapefruit pieces.
    1 sliver grapefruit slice
  • Sip, smile, enjoy.

Notes

Helpful tips

  • Since the sea breeze has only three ingredients, each one plays a pivotal role. For the best flavor, use high-quality vodka and fresh juices.
  • Serving any drink in a chilled glass enhances the refreshing experience. Place your glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before preparing the drink.
  • Fill your glass with plenty of ice before mixing the drink. This keeps it cool and dilutes the cocktail to the perfect strength as you sip. I use large ice cubes because they melt more slowly.
  • A few pieces of peeled grapefruit are a great garnish. You can also add a slice of lime or a twist of grapefruit peel. This adds a touch of elegance and a hint of extra flavor.
  • Mix the cocktail fresh rather than making a large batch in advance for the best taste. This maintains the vibrant flavors and perfect balance.
  • For a less sweet, more tart cocktail, opt for unsweetened 100% cranberry juice. A cranberry juice cocktail works well for a sweeter drink.
  • For a more intense taste, use my homemade grapefruit-infused Grapefruit Infused Vodka.
  • Depending on your preference and the occasion, this cocktail can be served in a highball glass, a double old-fashioned glass, or a stemless wine glass.
  • You can build this cocktail in the glass, but I prefer a shaker.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.3mg