Salty Dog Martini
Elevate your cocktail game with the refreshing and sophisticated Salty Dog Martini, a citrus-forward drink that perfectly balances tangy and savory flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines smooth vodka with freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, creating a vibrant, zesty base. The show-stopping touch is its beautifully salted rim, made using coarse sea salt, which enhances the cocktail's natural tartness while adding a subtle, savory note to each sip. Serve it chilled in a coupe or martini glass for an effortlessly elegant presentation, and garnish with a fresh grapefruit wedge for a pop of color. Perfect as a poolside indulgence or a dinner party starter, this salty-sweet martini is ready to impress in just 5 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 3 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 tbsp Coarse sea salt
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 piece Grapefruit wedge (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the glass: Pour the coarse sea salt onto a small plate.
Step 2
Run a grapefruit wedge or a bit of water around the rim of a martini or coupe glass.
Step 3
Gently dip the rim of the glass onto the salt, turning it slightly to coat evenly. Set the salted glass aside.
Step 4
Fill a cocktail shaker with the ice cubes.
Step 5
Pour the vodka and fresh grapefruit juice into the shaker.
Step 6
Secure the lid of the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the drink thoroughly.
Step 7
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
Step 8
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (426.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 174.1 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5821.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.5g | |
| Protein 0.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 11.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 188.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories