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Close up shot from above of pink/purple Grapefruit Empress Gin cocktail.

Grapefruit Empress Gin Cocktail

5 from 2 votes
Deliciously refreshing and aesthetically pleasing, this Grapefruit Empress Gin Cocktail is bright, citrusy, and perfect for sipping outside this spring or summer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 235
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin or gin of choice
  • 0.75 oz Lillet Blanc
  • 0.5 oz lavender simple syrup directions in post (or store-bought)
  • ¼ cup fresh grapefruit juice (about ½ grapefruit)
  • Prosecco or Sparkling Rose to top

Equipment

  • 1 cocktail shaker

Method
 

  1. Add gin, Lillet Blanc, grapefruit juice and simple syrup to a shaker.
  2. Add ice and shake vigorously for 30-45 seconds.
  3. Strain into a coupe or martini glass.
  4. Top with Prosecco or Sparkling Rose.
  5. Garnish with grapefruit wheel.