Charred Grapefruit and Basil Gin and Tonic
User Reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
153 kcal
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Course
Cocktails
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Cuisine
Australian
Charred Grapefruit and Basil Gin and Tonic
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Sweet and sour grapefruit paired with the mild anise flavor of fresh basil. This Charred Grapefruit and Basil Gin and Tonic is a must for all G&T lovers. Not only does this Gin cocktail taste amazing, it just looks sensational. Perfect for the cooler months when grapefruits fill the shops.
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Ingredients
- 1 thick wedge red grapefruit
- ¼ cup gin
- 1 cup ice
- 2 fresh basil leaves
- ⅔ cup tonic
- Additional basil for garnish
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Instructions
- Put a cast iron fry pan/heavy based non-stick fry pan over a high heat and leave it to get hot.
- Once the pan is hot add the grapefruit wedge, flesh side down and let it get a good smoky char, turn and char on the second side.
- Remove from the grapefruit from the pan and set aside to cool.
- Pour the gin, ice cubes and the basil leaves into a cocktail shaker/mason jar/ jug.
- Shake or muddle the basil to bruise the leaves and release the flavours.
- Pour the infused gin into your glass.
- Add additional ice, top up with chilled tonic water add your charred grapefruit and a sprig of basil.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
153kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Sodium
7mg
(0%)
Potassium
41mg
(1%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
355IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
9.6mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 355IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 9.6mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
9 reviews
Excellent
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