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Grapefruit Gin Float
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Submitted on: February 10, 2025
Huge shoutout to Empress 1908 Gin for this stunning cocktail recipe! The vibrant layers, elegant presentation in a champagne flute, and refreshing blend of grapefruit, tonic, and gin make it truly special. And trust me—that’s saying something, considering I don’t usually go for Gin & Tonics! Originally featured as a must-try holiday cocktail (hello, peak citrus season!), this beauty is perfect for so many occasions. Imagine wowing your Valentine with this colorful sip or serving it at a dreamy ...
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz
- 2 oz
- .5 oz
- .5 oz
- 2 oz
Tools
Cocktail Shaker
Cocktail Jigger
Bar Spoon
Instructions
Garnish
Build
Glass
Estimated strength
Grapefruit Twist
Shake & Double Strain
Nick & Nora
About 7% ABV (estimate)
By Bryan Monroe
Home Bartender
Follow along the journey of cocktails at home. Using simple ingredients, trying out new things and just enjoying life as it comes! That is what cocktails are all about, there is no right or wrong as long as you’re enjoying you’re cocktail....
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In a cocktail shaker, shake the grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice. Fine strain into a Champagne flute. Top with tonic water and stir gently. Float the gin on top and garnish with a grapefruit twist. Enjoy!
Editor's Note
Empress 1908 Gin provides a vibrant indigo hue that shifts against the tart grapefruit. A refreshing, visually striking take on the classic G&T.
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Crafted Pour
29 September 2026
This looks like such a beautiful and refreshing cocktail! The color contrast is absolutely stunning—thanks for sharing this lovely recipe.
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