Best 4 Grapefruit Mojito Recipes

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Are you looking for a refreshing and flavorful cocktail to enjoy on a hot summer day? Look no further than the grapefruit mojito! This delicious drink combines the tangy sweetness of grapefruit with the refreshing flavors of mint and lime. It's the perfect way to cool down and enjoy a tropical vacation vibe, no matter where you are. In this article, we'll provide you with the best recipe for grapefruit mojito, so you can easily make this delightful drink at home.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GRAPEFRUIT-AND-MINT MOJITO



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A simple mint syrup takes the place of crushed leaves in this grapefruit-mint mojito. Be sure to add fresh sprigs on top for a dash of color and heady aroma. Tall, slender glasses and long stirring sticks impart a modern elegance.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1 ruby-red grapefruit
3/4 cup white rum
3 cups ice
1 cup seltzer

Steps:

  • Bring sugar and water to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, and add mint leaves. Let steep 10 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve into a small bowl, and discard mint. Let cool.
  • Using a vegetable peeler, remove zest from grapefruit in long, wide strips. Place in a large glass, and add rum. Cover, and let stand for 30 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve intoa large glass measure, and discard zest.
  • Cut away remaining pith from grapefruit. Cut between membranes to release segments. For each drink, place 2 to 3 segments in a glass. Top with 3/4 cup ice. Stir 3 tablespoons infused rum, 2 tablespoons mint syrup, and 1/4 cup seltzer in a glass measure, and pour over ice. Garnish with mint sprigs.

PINK GRAPEFRUIT MOJITO



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From a mixologist who said his favorite dessert, the grapefruit granita, was the inspiration for creating a grapefruit version of the classic Cuban cocktail Mojito. He first prepares a grapefruit granita dessert to use for the citrus flavoring in this cocktail. He said you can achieve the same results by using grapefruit juice,...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Cocktails

Time 2m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lime wedge
1 to 2 tsp sugar (for rim)
6 to 7 fresh mint leaves
1/2 tsp grapefruit zest (optional)
1 oz simple syrup (more or less, to taste)
1 1/2 oz light rum
4 to 5 oz pink grapefruit juice
2 to 3 oz club soda (or as needed to fill glass)
1/2 cup ice cubes
1 grapefruit segment (for garnish)

Steps:

  • 1. Rub the lime wedge across the rim of a large (8-oz size) old-fashioned glass. Dip the rim in the sugar.
  • 2. Tear mint leaves and place in the bottom of the old-fashioned glass. Add grapefruit zest (if using) and simple syrup, and muddle the mint leaves, to release the mint flavoring. Add ice cubes to the glass.
  • 3. Gently pour in rum and pink grapefruit juice over the ice (being careful not to knock any of the sugar off the rim). Top off with a few splashes of club soda. Stir gently to blend the flavors.
  • 4. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit segment, and serve immediately.

GRAPEFRUIT MOJITO



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     beverage

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
20 fresh mint leaves, plus 2 sprigs, for garnish
Zest and juice (3 to 4 tablespoons) of 1/2 grapefruit, plus 2 wedges, for garnish
4 ounces white rum
Club soda, as needed

Steps:

  • In a cocktail shaker, muddle the lime juice, sugar, mint leaves and grapefruit zest until the mint is bruised and the sugar starts to melt. Add the grapefruit juice and rum. Fill with ice and shake until very cold. Strain into 2 glasses over ice and top off with the club soda. Garnish with a mint sprig and grapefruit wedge in each glass.

GRAPEFRUIT "MOJITO"



Grapefruit

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon agave nectar
20 fresh mint leaves
Juice of 1 lime
3 ounces grapefruit vodka (2 shots)
Juice of 1/2 grapefruit
Ice
Cold citrus sparkling water or champagne

Steps:

  • Muddle the agave, mint and lime juice in the bottom of a cocktail shaker with the end of a wooden spoon. Add the vodka and grapefruit juice and then fill it three-quarters of the way full with ice. Shake until it is very cold, then evenly divide between two glasses filled with ice. Top with the sparkling water or champagne to taste.

Tips:

  • Choose the right grapefruit: Use fresh, ripe grapefruit with a deep pink or red color. Avoid grapefruits with blemishes or bruises.
  • Use fresh mint leaves: Fresh mint leaves add a refreshing flavor to the mojito. If you don't have fresh mint leaves, you can use dried mint leaves, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • Muddle the ingredients gently: When muddling the ingredients, use a gentle touch. You don't want to crush the mint leaves or the grapefruit wedges too much, as this will release bitter flavors.
  • Use a good quality rum: The rum is the main ingredient in a mojito, so it's important to use a good quality rum. Look for a light or white rum that has a clean, crisp flavor.
  • Serve the mojito immediately: Mojitos are best served immediately after they are made. The longer they sit, the more the flavors will fade.

Conclusion:

The Grapefruit Mojito is a refreshing and flavorful cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its combination of sweet, sour, and minty flavors, the Grapefruit Mojito is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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