Grapefruit Basil Martini
A refreshing and herbaceous twist on the classic martini.
- Spirit
- Vodka
- Glass
- Martini glass
- Method
- Shaken
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
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Grapefruit Basil Martini
Servings
Ingredients
| Added | Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|---|
| 2 oz | ||
| 1 oz | ||
| ½ oz | ||
Steps
- Muddle basil leaves with simple syrup and grapefruit juice.
- Add vodka and ice, shake well.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a basil leaf.
Garnish Basil leaf
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Batch it For a party of 4–20
Makes 8 drinks, about 35 oz · 1050 ml before ice.
| Amount | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 16 oz · 480 ml | Vodka |
| 8 oz · 240 ml | Grapefruit Juice |
| 4 oz · 120 ml | Simple Syrup |
| Fresh Basil Leaves | |
| 7 oz · 210 ml | Cold water, for dilution (approx.) |
The water stands in for the melt from shaking: about 25% for a shaken drink. It is an approximation, so taste and adjust. Chill the batch at least 2 hours and pour over fresh ice.
Use a 2 liter pitcher, or split it between two 1 liter bottles.
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