Grapefruit Julep

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Grapefruit Julep

Joseph Hall, Satan’s Whiskers, London

Charming and refreshing, this drink puts a spotlight on the best parts of the julep: the bracing bite of fresh mint, a snap of fresh citrus, and the fun of crushed ice. An undertone of honey guarantees you won’t miss the bourbon.

Makes 1 drink

Scant 2½ ounces fresh grapefruit juice

½ ounce Honey Syrup (1:1) (page 236)

2 teaspoons Simple Syrup (1:1) (page236)

2 teaspoons fresh lime juice

Scant ½ teaspoon grenadine

4 fresh mint leaves

Crushed ice

1 grapefruit half-moon, for garnish

1 fresh mint sprig, for garnish

In a cocktail shaker, combine the grapefruit juice, honey syrup, simple syrup, lime juice, grenadine, and mint leaves. Fill with ice, shake, then strain into a tall, chilled 12-ounce Collins glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with the grapefruit and mint sprig and serve with a straw.

 

SIMPLE SYRUP (1:1)

1 cup water

1 cup sugar

Bring the water to a simmer in a small saucepan, then remove from the heat. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves. Let cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Makes 12 ounces

 

HONEY SYRUP (1:1)

½ cup hot water

½ cup honey

In a small saucepan, bring the water to a simmer. Remove from the heat, then add the honey and stir to combine. Let cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

Makes 8 ounces

Recipe reprinted with permission from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. 

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