![]() 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. With love from our simple kitchen to yours.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. Or, use chilled juice from the refrigerated cases at the store.Ĭan I make this Greyhound drink non-alcoholic?Ībsolutely! Transform it into an easy mocktail by replacing the spirits with club soda or try flavored sparkling water to enhance the citrus taste. You can press the citrus a few hours in advance if needed and store it in the refrigerator. Bottled shelf-stable juices like Ocean Spray have too much added sugar and the consistency tends to be grainy. When it comes to mixed drinks, freshly squeezed wins every time. To make a larger batch for parties, increase the ingredient amounts and combine them in a large pitcher or punch bowl. If you prefer, you can combine everything with a cocktail shaker and strain the beverage into a glass instead. Then, stir well with a bar spoon and garnish with a twist of lemon or lime. Simply add a few ice cubes to a rocks glass and pour the liquids over the top. Jalapeno: Muddle a few slices of jalapeno in the bottom of the glass.Herbed: Add a splash of lavender or rosemary syrup.Italian Greyhound: Include Campari, which is an Italian bitters.Dalmatian: Use a little black pepper syrup.In the end, the preparation really comes down to taste preference. Over time, vodka replaced the gin in many mixed drinks as it became more available and gained popularity.īecause the quality was not the same as it is today, certain modifications were made to make the Greyhound cocktail more pleasant. Nowadays, honey or simple syrup is often used to offset the bitterness from the grapefruit, and sometimes club soda is added to transform it into a sparkling beverage. That’s because the famous bus line started serving it at the restaurants located at each terminal. While there are descriptions of this gin cocktail recipe found throughout the early 1900s, it became notably popular and gained its name in the 1940s. It is a simple concoction of grapefruit juice and either gin or vodka that is garnished with a twist of citrus. ![]()
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