Salty Dog Cocktail Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1 drink
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Calories
183 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
North American
Salty Dog Cocktail Recipe
Description
This cocktail features a salted rim on a highball or rocks glass, created by running a grapefruit wedge around the edge and dipping it in salt. Fill the glass with ice, pour in 2 ounces of gin or vodka, and then add 4 ounces of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice. The mixture is light and tart, with the salted rim enhancing the grapefruit’s citrus notes. The drink is garnished with a fresh grapefruit wedge and a sprig of thyme which adds subtle herbal fragrance.
Varying the amounts by using smaller glassware allows adjustment of alcohol strength and serving size. The combination of citrus, spirit, and salt makes the Salty Dog both crisp and refreshing, suitable for a casual or sophisticated setting. It’s simple to prepare yet delivers a balanced profile.
The drink is traditionally served in a 10-ounce highball glass but can be adapted to personal preference with smaller glasses or less alcohol. Fresh grapefruit juice is preferred for the best flavor, and thyme garnish adds an aromatic layer.
Ingredients
- salt for the rim
- 2 ounces gin see notes, or vodka
- 4 ounces grapefruit juice
- grapefruit to serve, wedge; fresh
- thyme to serve, wedge; fresh
Instructions
- Wet the rim of a glass by running a cut piece of grapefruit (or another citrus) along the rim then dip the wet rim into salt. Fill the glass with ice.
- Pour the gin or vodka into the glass then top with grapefruit juice. Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and some fresh herbs - we especially like using thyme.
Notes
- Use a 10-ounce highball glass filled with ice for traditional serving size.
- For a lighter drink, serve in a rocks glass with 1 ounce of spirit and 2 ounces of grapefruit juice.
- Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice enhances the cocktail’s brightness compared to bottled juice.
- Thyme garnish provides an aromatic complement but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Salt rim is made by wetting glass rim with grapefruit wedge before dipping into salt.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1drink
Amount Per Serving
Calories 183 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 drink | |
| Calories | 183kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 185mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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