Rosemary Salty Dog Cocktail

A Rosemary Salty Dog Cocktail is a herbaceous twist on a classic salty dog. It’s made with vodka, grapefruit juice and a sprig of fresh rosemary.  

By now you know I love anything lemon. But I should explain that I really love anything citrus which is why I love cocktails made with grapefruit juice like this Rosemary Salty Dog Cocktail. The addition of the rosemary adds a slight woodsy note without being overbearing. Makes me feel like I’m drinking a creative craft cocktail.

I’m also a fan of drinks with a salted rim – don’t judge! I know that everyone needs to watch their salt intake but when it comes to cocktails with a salted rim – I’m all in!

This cocktail is really one of my favorites…light, tangy, salty, woodsy. And it makes me feel a bit nautical – like an old salty dog sailor (insert wink). Go ahead and give it a try and let me know what you think of it.

Looking for more cocktails to try?

Spicy Salty Dog                     Mimosa with fruit striped ice cubes                   Classic Mai Tai

Rosemary Salty Dog Cocktail

A Rosemary Salty Dog Cocktail is a herbaceous twist on a classic salty dog. It’s made with vodka, grapefruit juice and a sprig of fresh rosemary.  

• Author: krazykitchenmom
• Prep Time: 3 minutes
• Total Time: 3 minutes
• Yield: 2 cocktails
• Category: Drinks
• Method: Stirred
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

• 3 ounces vodka
• 12-25 ounces of pink grapefruit juice (I buy the small individual bottles and use 1.5)
• 2 slices of fresh grapefruit
• 2 TBS alt for the rim
• 2 rosemary sprigs
• ice

Instructions

1. Spread the salt onto a small (paper) plate.
2. Rup the rim of each glass with water or grapefruit juice.
3. Dip and roll the glass rims into the salt to cover to the entire rim.
4. Carefully fill glasses with ice.
5. Add 1.5 ounces of vodka to each glass.
6. Top with the grapefruit juice.
7. Stir with the rosemary sprigs and leave them in the glasses.
8. Garnish with a slice of fresh grapefruit.

Keywords: happy hour, lite cocktails, vodka drinks