Cocktails
Basil Grapefruit Martini at Mezza Luna Ristorante
Experience Level: Intermediate
*Local's Favorite at Mezza Luna Restaurant - Neptune Beach*Ā
Ingredients
2 oz 5 Sisters SpiritĀ Vodka
0.75oz Giffard Creme de Pomplemousse (grapefruit)Ā Liqueur
1 oz Grapefruit JuiceĀ
1 Lime wedge
2-3 Basil Leaves
Procedure:
01. Place lime wedge and basil leaves in mixing tin.Ā
02. Add 2oz 5 Sisters Spirit VodkaĀ and
03. 0.75oz Giffard Creme de Pomplemousse.Ā
04. Muddle the lime and basil.Ā
05. Let the muddled mixture macerate for a wee bit(30 sec-1 min) this allows the oils from the basil to integrate with the liquor.Ā
06. Add a splash of grapefruit juice(1oz or so). Add ice, shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with lime peel or basilĀ leaf.
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Cocktails
Basil Grapefruit Martini at Mezza Luna Ristorante
Experience Level: Intermediate
*Local's Favorite at Mezza Luna Restaurant - Neptune Beach*Ā
Ingredients
2 oz 5 Sisters SpiritĀ Vodka
0.75oz Giffard Creme de Pomplemousse (grapefruit)Ā Liqueur
1 oz Grapefruit JuiceĀ
1 Lime wedge
2-3 Basil Leaves
Procedure:
01. Place lime wedge and basil leaves in mixing tin.Ā
02. Add 2oz 5 Sisters Spirit VodkaĀ and
03. 0.75oz Giffard Creme de Pomplemousse.Ā
04. Muddle the lime and basil.Ā
05. Let the muddled mixture macerate for a wee bit(30 sec-1 min) this allows the oils from the basil to integrate with the liquor.Ā
06. Add a splash of grapefruit juice(1oz or so). Add ice, shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with lime peel or basilĀ leaf.