Greyhound

Vodka · Highball

Vodka and grapefruit juice — a bittersweet, bracing highball beloved of postwar America. Add a salted rim and it becomes a Salty Dog.

GlassHighball
GarnishNone
ABV10%
Categoryclassic
Flavorbitter, citrus, refreshing, easy

Ingredients

  • Vodka2 oz
  • Fresh Grapefruit Juice4 oz
  • Grapefruit Wedge1 piece

Method

  1. Fill highball glass with ice
  2. Add vodka
  3. Top with fresh grapefruit juice
  4. Stir and garnish with grapefruit wedge

Pro Tips

  • Fresh pink grapefruit, not white — pink has more sweetness and is drinkable solo.
  • Salt the rim (making it a Salty Dog) only when the grapefruit is super-tart.
  • A dash of rosemary simple syrup is an elevated modern twist.