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Grapefruit Eastside Cocktail
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Grapefruit Eastside Cocktail

This Grapefruit Eastside Cocktail is made with fresh grapefruit juice, cucumber, and Empress Gin for a light and refreshing summertime cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Eastside Cocktail, Gin
Yield: 2

Equipment

  • Cocktail glass
  • Bar spoon

Materials

  • 1/2 cup cubed cucumber
  • 8-10 mint leaves
  • 1½ oz simple syrup
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • 3 oz Empress 1908 Gin
  • Garnish: Cucumber slices, grapefruit, mint

Instructions

  • Add cucumber, mint leaves and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice and muddle.
  • Add lime juice, grapefruit juice, Empress Gin and ice and shake until chilled.
  • Strain into 2 glasses over ice. If desired, garnish with cucumber slices, grapefruit and mint.