Vodka · Medium
Salty Dog
A brilliantly simple beach cocktail — vodka and fresh grapefruit juice in a salt-rimmed glass. Tart, refreshing, and perfectly balanced between sweet citrus and briny salt.
- Time
- 3 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Highball glass
Ingredients
- VodkaVodkaVodka is a neutral spirit typically distilled from grains or potatoes, known for its clean taste and high alcohol content. It is commonly used as a base in a wide variety of cocktails.45 ml
- Fresh grapefruit juiceFresh grapefruit juiceFresh grapefruit juice is the liquid extracted from ripe grapefruits, known for its tart and slightly bitter flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Greyhound and Paloma.120 ml
- Coarse salt (for rim)Coarse salt (for rim)Coarse salt is a type of salt with larger grains, commonly used in cooking and as a garnish. It is often used to rim cocktail glasses, enhancing flavor and presentation.1 pinch
Gear
Method
- 1
Run a grapefruit wedge around the rim of a highball glass, then dip the rim in a plate of coarse salt.
- 2
Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- 3
Pour vodkavodkaVodka is a neutral spirit typically distilled from grains or potatoes, known for its clean taste and high alcohol content. It is commonly used as a base in a wide variety of cocktails. and fresh grapefruit juicefresh grapefruit juiceFresh grapefruit juice is the liquid extracted from ripe grapefruits, known for its tart and slightly bitter flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Greyhound and Paloma. over the ice.
- 4
Stir gently and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.
