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This Greyhound Cocktail recipe is the easiest, simple mixed drink. It’s tart with a refreshing, juicy bitterness that’s signature to tangy grapefruits. Learn how to make a greyhound drink that pairs gin so well with grapefruit! For more gin-based cocktails, try a gibson cocktail or the last word cocktail.
The Greyhound Drink
When I first heard about a greyhound drink, I thought, “Who in the heck would want to drink grapefruit juice with alcohol, let alone have the burden of having to eat said grapefruit in any way, shape or form?” And then I made the Greyhound cocktail recipe and found it to be oddly tantalizing, unexpectedly refreshing, and oh-so pretty (with a dope name, let’s be real here.) So are you ready to learn how to make a Greyhound drink with me? Let’s stir this!
What’s in a Greyhound Drink?
You might be wondering what’s in a greyhound drink. Well, the answer is super simple. A Greyhound cocktail is made with just two ingredients:
- Grapefruit juice
- Gin
Tell Me… What is a Greyhound Drink?
The Greyhound drink or Greyhound cocktail is a tart, classic cocktail made with two ingredients: grapefruit juice and gin. If you add a salted rim, you’ve got a Salty Dog Cocktail Recipe!
The History of the Greyhound Cocktail
Finally, a definite answer! It seems that so many cocktail recipes’ origins are murky, based on urban legend, and highly contested. But the greyhound cocktail, as we know it today, was written about by Harry Craddock in The Savory Cocktail Book in 1930. [1] Then, in 1945, the still-popular Harper’s Bazaar magazine printed the recipe and called it a “Greyhound.” Guess why? Because the grapefruit-infused cocktail was popular at Greyhound bus terminals! [2] [3] [4]
How to Make a Greyhound Drink
It’s super simple to learn how to make a greyhound drink. It’s one of my favorite cocktail recipes because it’s so easy, surprisingly tart & delicious, and comes together in 1 minute like a mimosa or a 50/50 martini.
- First, fill a Collins glass with ice. Then, pour gin over the ice.
- Next, fill the glass to the top with grapefruit juice.
- Stir the gin and juice together. Then, garnish with a lime wedge.
- Sip and enjoy the best greyhound cocktail! It’s truly that easy.
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Sour ‘n Sweet Greets!
I hope you enjoyed today’s greyhound drink—it’s pretty, it’s tart, and it’s surprisingly tantalizing on the tastebuds. If you make this cocktail, be sure to take a pic & share it on Instagram, tagging me at @beamingbaker. I’d love to see it. ‘Til our next mixology adventure…
Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ♥️
Citrus and Gin Cocktail Recipes
How to Make a Greyhound Drink
Instructions
- Fill a Collins or highball glass with ice. Pour gin over the ice.
- Pour grapefruit juice over the gin, filling the glass nearly to the top. Using a stirring spoon, give it a few stirs to mix the juice and gin.
- Garnish the rim of the Collins glass with a lime wedge. Sip and enjoy.
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Ooh, as someone who happens to like grapefruit juice and eating grapefruit I am alooking forward to trying this one! Thanks for posting it. I’ll be sure to report back.
How awesome to hear, Kelly! I cannot wait to hear what you think. 😊
This is such an amazing drink! So refreshing and delicious!
Totally! It’s got that light citrus flavor that always satisfies. 🙂
You had me on this!
Awesome!
This is such a fabulous cocktail!!
Can’t wait to hear what you think!
It’s a delightful drink that’s totally worth trying!
This drink sounds flavorful and so perfect for our nights together!
Totally perfect! It’s wonderful for enjoying a bit of conversation with a loved one.
Oh!! I love this drink (I must admit I thought Greyhounds were grapefruit and vodka)! What a great story about the name – I never knew! I love grapefruit everything! Yum!
I know, isn’t the history just so fascinating? Here’s to more grapefruit fun!
This looks and sounds so good. I’ve heard of Greyhounds, but I’ve never had one. That needs to change!
Yes it does! Get ready, because it’s definitely a drink you’ll never forget. 😉