Refreshing Pink Grapefruit Vodka Martini Recipe Easy Homemade Rosemary Twist
A bright, crisp vodka martini featuring fresh pink grapefruit juice and a subtle rosemary infusion, perfect for casual get-togethers or unwinding after a long day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (60 ml) vodka
- 1 oz (30 ml) fresh pink grapefruit juice
- 1–2 fresh rosemary sprigs (one for muddling, one for garnish)
- 0.5 oz (15 ml) simple syrup
- 0.5 oz (15 ml) dry vermouth (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Thin pink grapefruit slice or small rosemary sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Take one fresh rosemary sprig and gently muddle it in the cocktail shaker to release oils, about 30 seconds.
- Cut pink grapefruit in half and juice until you have 1 oz (30 ml) of fresh juice. Set aside.
- Pour 2 oz (60 ml) vodka, 1 oz (30 ml) fresh grapefruit juice, 0.5 oz (15 ml) simple syrup, and 0.5 oz (15 ml) dry vermouth (if using) into the shaker.
- Fill the shaker about halfway with ice cubes.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until cold to the touch.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass, avoiding rosemary bits or pulp.
- Garnish with a thin slice of pink grapefruit on the rim or a small rosemary sprig on top.
Notes
Use fresh grapefruit juice for best flavor. Muddle rosemary gently to avoid bitterness. Chilling the martini glass beforehand keeps the drink crisp longer. Rosemary-infused vodka can be prepared in advance by steeping rosemary sprigs in vodka for a few hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 martini glass (abo
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6
- Carbohydrates: 6
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