Description
The Sea Breeze cocktail is a refreshing blend of vodka, cranberry juice, and grapefruit juice, perfect for warm days. This vibrant drink is easy to make and can be elegantly garnished with fresh lime, cranberries, and mint, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce cranberry juice
- 1 ounce grapefruit juice
- Ice cubes
- Fresh lime wedge (for garnish)
- Fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by collecting all the ingredients listed above. Having everything ready will make the process smoother and more enjoyable.
- Choose Your Glass: Use a highball glass or a rocks glass, ensuring its clean and ready to go.
- Fill the Glass with Ice: Fill the glass with ice cubes to keep the drink chilled.
- Measure the Vodka: Pour 2 ounces of vodka over the ice using a jigger or measuring cup.
- Add Cranberry Juice: Measure out 1 ounce of cranberry juice and pour it into the glass.
- Pour in the Grapefruit Juice: Measure 1 ounce of grapefruit juice and add it to the mix.
- Stir the Mixture: Gently stir the mixture in the glass for about 10-15 seconds to combine all ingredients.
- Garnish Your Cocktail: Place a fresh lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Optionally, add fresh cranberries and a sprig of mint for garnish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve your Sea Breeze cocktail immediately while its cold and refreshing.
Notes
- Experiment with Juices: Feel free to try other fruit juices like pineapple or orange for a tropical twist.
- Chill Your Ingredients: For an extra refreshing drink, chill your vodka and juices beforehand.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Opt for fresh juices instead of bottled ones for better flavor.
- Adjust the Sweetness: Add a splash of simple syrup or flavored liqueur if you prefer a sweeter drink.
- Make It a Mocktail: Replace vodka with soda water or tonic water for a non-alcoholic version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes