Description
The Sparkling Salty Dog is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines the tartness of fresh grapefruit juice with the subtle sweetness of agave and the crisp fizz of sparkling grapefruit soda. Rimmed with kosher salt, this drink offers a perfect balance of salty and citrus flavors, making it an ideal choice for a quick, elegant refreshment.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1½ ounces Vodka
- 2 ounces Fresh Grapefruit Juice
- ½ ounce Agave Syrup
- 2 ounces Sparkling Grapefruit Soda Water
- Kosher Salt (for rimming glass)
- Grapefruit Wedges (for garnish and rimming)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Rim: Pour kosher salt onto a small plate. Take a grapefruit wedge and rub it around the rim of a lowball glass to moisten it. Then invert the glass onto the plate with kosher salt to coat the rim evenly.
- Mix the Cocktail: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, fresh grapefruit juice, and agave syrup. Shake vigorously until the agave syrup is fully incorporated and the mixture is well chilled.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill the salt-rimmed glass with ice cubes. Strain the contents of the shaker into the glass. Top off with sparkling grapefruit soda water and gently stir to combine the ingredients without losing the carbonation.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the drink with a fresh grapefruit wedge perched on the rim or placed inside the glass. Serve immediately to enjoy the cocktail at its freshest.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed grapefruit juice for the best flavor and brightness.
- Adjust the amount of agave syrup depending on your preferred sweetness level.
- If kosher salt is unavailable, coarse sea salt can be a good substitute for rimming the glass.
- Chill the glass beforehand to keep the cocktail colder for longer.
- This cocktail is perfect as a light and sparkling drink ideal for brunch or warm weather gatherings.
