Salty Dog
Base Spirit
Gin
Flavour Type
Citrus, Salty
Cocktail Type
Modern
Gin and grapefruit juice in a highball glass with a salted rim.
Origin/History
A variation of the Greyhound with a salty kick.
Serving Instructions
Pour gin and grapefruit juice into a salt-rimmed highball glass filled with ice.
Occassion
Summer, Beach parties
Year of Creation
20th century
Classic/Modern
Modern
Garnishes
Salt rim
Aroma
Citrus, Fresh
Texture/Consistency
Crisp, Refreshing
Pairings
Seafood, Salty snacks
Fun Facts
The salt rim enhances the grapefruit's natural bitterness.
Shaking/Stirring Instructions
Build in the glass
Ingredients
- Gin
- Grapefruit juice
Preparation Method
- 50 ml gin
- 100 ml grapefruit juice
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