Nothing says “hello summer” like a citrusy, cool, refreshing mint cocktail. Add a splash of grapefruit and it’s on! Grapefruit Mint Cocktail. Try it and love it! Especially on a hot summer evening when you’re ready to chill out.
You’ll need these simple ingredients:1/2 cup mint leaves
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 oz vodka
4 oz. Grapefruit juice
Mint leaves, for garnish
Make a Mint Simple Syrup in a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar and mint leaves. Simmer for about 3 minutes until the sugar is dissolved. Strain, then set aside and let cool. For the cocktail add 1 1/2 oz. of the mint simple syrup, 1 1/2 oz. vodka, and 4 oz. of grapefruit juice to a glass filled with ice. Stir until well combined and garnish with a mint leaf.