Fresh Citrus Gin Daiquiri
A revitalizing twist on the classic daiquiri, combining fresh lime and grapefruit juices with crisp gin for a bright, refreshing cocktail. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lime juice, fresh grapefruit juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.75 oz simple syrup
- 1, for garnish grapefruit twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Add 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice, and 0.75 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 3: Double-strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and pulp.
- Step 4: Express a grapefruit peel twist over the surface to release oils, then rest it elegantly on the rim.
