Salty Dog Grapefruit Cocktail

This grapefruit cocktail is the perfect refreshing summer drink that will instantly transport you to the beach. Mixed with ruby red grapefruit juice, lime seltzer and a good quality vodka, you’re going to love how refreshing it is on a hot summer’s day.

Are you planning a staycation this summer? For us, it will be a summer of staying home.

But it’s not all bad news. We have a fantastic back yard, air conditioning in our house and lots of fun things for the boys to play with. Throw in some BBQs, a firepit and a few water balloon fights, and I’m hoping we can make it a memorable summer for them.

While we might not get to enjoy too much sand in between our toes, this Salty Dog cocktail certainly gives me all the beachy feels.

I’m pretty easy going. Give me a good book, a cold drink and spot in the sun and I’m happy for days. And this grapefruit cocktail is certainly one step to checking all those boxes for me.

I have no idea why it’s called a Salty Dog. But it is salty, sweet and fizzy with just enough vodka to give it a little kick. It’s really the perfect type of cocktail for any time of the day (within reason!).

Did you know that I don’t drink much, if at all? In fact, this is the first alcoholic drink I think I’ve had in around 18 months! I don’t abstain for any reason in particular. I’ve just been pregnant and nursing for a lot of the past 5 years! But this cocktail is too good to pass up!

I hadn’t made this one in several years and when I made it again I remembered why I used to love it so much. If you like Margaritas but want something a little different, then I think you’ll enjoy this. Heck, I think you’ll enjoy it no matter what your usual favorite summer beverage is!

It’s really quick to make and you can adjust the measurements easily to make a full pitcher if you’d prefer. I only make it a glass or two at a time, because I’m a huge lightweight and this is a little too easy to drink if you know what I mean.

All you need is a glass full of ice and a shot of vodka. Over that you’re going to pour 3 ounces of ruby red grapefruit juice, then top with about a 1/2 ounce of lime selzter (I like La Croix or Polar Seltzer).

Don’t forget to rim your glass with some fresh lime juice and salt beforehand…it makes the drink extra special! Finally, garnish with either a lime or grapefruit wedge and enjoy!

Have you tried a Salty Dog before? If you haven’t, try it this weekend and let me know what you think!