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Grapefruit Soda With Gin - Things Jesse Loves


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This week, we will explore the marketing world through the eyes of our VP/CCO, Jesse. His passion for positively impacting the businesses we work with drives him to work hard on every project he's a part of. His passion is just the beginning of what motivates him to work in this field. 

This Week's Cocktail: Sparkling Grapefruit Soda with Gin 

This week's cocktail is a refreshing combination of sparkling grapefruit soda with gin. The tangy sweetness of the grapefruit soda perfectly complements the botanical notes of the gin, creating a perfect summer drink. 

  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • Grapefruit zest
  • 2 oz. of fresh grapefruit juice
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1.5 oz. of gin
  • Top with sparkling grapefruit soda or club soda
  • Ice
  • Lime wedges and grapefruit wedges for garnish

Steps:

  1. Combine the granulated sugar, water, grapefruit zest, grapefruit juice and lime juice in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Whisk the mixture until the sugar has dissolved.
  2. Strain the simple syrup through a fine mesh sieve and set aside.
  3. Fill one cocktail glass with ice. Add a shot of gin followed by a shot of the simple syrup. Fill the glass with sparkling grapefruit soda and garnish with lime and grapefruit wedge. Serve and enjoy.
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