By Becky Hardin
Published Jun 2, 2015
A Grapefruit Salty Dog is such a fun and simple cocktail. So refreshing! Grapefruit Juice. Vodka. And salt. All coming together to make my new favorite Summer cocktail!
Why you will love this recipe!
- Quick and easy: It takes no more than 5 minutes to make up this cocktail, it’s so simple and very effective!
- Simple ingredients: You only need 3 main ingredients and some salt and ice, you’ve got no excuses not to try this!
- So refreshing: This is the perfect summer drink! It’s fresh, tangy and salty, and every sip is truly delicious!
- Healthier: While I wouldn’t ever suggest that alcohol is healthy, this cocktail is low in calories and made with no added sugar.
Be sure to try my Salty Dog Sangria too!
How to make a grapefruit salty dog cocktail
Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!
- Rim your glass with salt.
- Fill with crushed ice.
- Shake together the vodka and grapefruit juice.
- Pour and enjoy!
Can you make it ahead of time?
This cocktail takes minutes to make, but if you are serving a crowd, you can definitely get ahead of things.
You can rim the glasses with salt ahead of time so that they are ready to go, and if you are hosting, you can shake together the vodka and grapefruit juice and keep it in a pitcher in the fridge. Just give it a stir before pouring.
How to garnish
Just like a margarita , the salt rim is key. Use a coarse sea salt that has large grains. When you take a sip you get a hint of salt with the tangy and sweet grapefruit juice. I like to add a slice of fresh grapefruit to the rim, and you can add a sprig of thyme or rosemary for a pop of color if you like.
Recipe Variations
Grapefruit juice is they key ingredient in a salty dog cocktail, but you can totally make this with another fruit juice like orange or pineapple. Vodka is the commonly used spirit, but gin will work well too.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, you can shake the grapefruit and vodka together in a sealable mason jar.
- Shaking helps to blend the vodka and juice together and is preferable over stirring.
- Use fresh grapefruit juice for the best flavor.
This grapefruit salty dog is hands down one of my favorite summer cocktails. So quick and easy to make, it’s one delicious way to cool down!
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Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1/3 cup freshly squeezed red grapefruit juice
- ▢ 2 tablespoons good quality vodka I love Pearl!
- ▢ course sea salt for rim
- ▢ grapefruit slice for garnish
- ▢ 1 cup crushed ice
Instructions
- Wet the rim of your glass with water or the grapefruit slice. Dip in sea salt.
- Fill glass with crushed ice.
- Combine juice and vodka in shaker and shake or stir to combine.
- Pour over glass.
- Enjoy!
Becky’s Tips
- If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, you can shake the grapefruit and vodka together in a sealable mason jar.
- Shaking helps to blend the vodka and juice together and is preferable over stirring.
- Use fresh grapefruit juice for the best flavor.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Grapefruit Salty Dog
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup freshly squeezed red grapefruit juice
- 2 tablespoons good quality vodka I love Pearl!
- course sea salt for rim
- grapefruit slice for garnish
- 1 cup crushed ice
Instructions
- Wet the rim of your glass with water or the grapefruit slice. Dip in sea salt.
- Fill glass with crushed ice.
- Combine juice and vodka in shaker and shake or stir to combine.
- Pour over glass.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, you can shake the grapefruit and vodka together in a sealable mason jar.
- Shaking helps to blend the vodka and juice together and is preferable over stirring.
- Use fresh grapefruit juice for the best flavor.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
