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Grapefruit Gin and Tonic with Rosemary

Citrusy, herbal, and sweet, this gin and tonic is the perfect twist on a classic cocktail!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 59 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Small saucepan
  • 1 Cocktail spoon
  • 1 Jigger or shot glass

Ingredients
  

Rosemary Simple Syrup

  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons grapefruit juice
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1-2 each sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 pinch coarse kosher salt

Grapefruit Gin and Tonic with Rosemary

  • 1 ½ ounces gin
  • 1 tablespoon rosemary simple syrup
  • 1 ½ ounces light tonic water
  • 1 each grapefruit wedge
  • 1 each small rosemary sprig

Instructions
 

  • To make the simple syrup, combine the water, grapefruit juice, sugar, fresh rosemary sprigs, and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan over medium high heat.
  • Stir the mixture together until well combined, and bring to a simmer. Let the rosemary simple syrup simmer for 2-3 minutes, and then remove from the heat.
  • Let the mixture cool completely with the rosemary sprigs remaining in the liquid. Once cooled, remove the sprigs of rosemary, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, fill a glass with ice, add 1 ½ ounces of gin to the glass. Add 1 tablespoon of rosemary simple syrup to the glass, and top with tonic water. Top off the glass with a squeeze of grapefruit and a sprig of fresh rosemary. ENJOY!

Notes

  • This makes enough simple syrup for several drinks. The simple syrup can be stored in a container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • If you prefer another herb, you may substitute thyme or basil for the rosemary.
  • Not a fan of gin? Try this recipe with vodka instead! 
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 185mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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