Sea Breeze
A refreshing Vodka cocktail with Cranberry Juice and Grapefruit Juice. Very easy to make and sure to please everyone, the Sea Breeze is a classic with versions dating back to the early 1900's, although the recipe has changed somewhat in time. However, the drink is designed to balance the various elements of alcohol, sweet, and sour; it's a tried and true formula that works every time.The Sea Breeze is close to be the perfect summer cocktail thanks to the refreshing and tart elements of the Cranberry and Grapefruit Juices. However, it's not too much.Make sure to have enough juice ready, because the Sea Breeze is fun to share with friends. Make up a few to share and enjoy.
Ingredients
- 50 mL Vodka
- 100 mL Cranberry Juice
- 50 mL Grapefruit Juice
- Garnish with a slice of lime
Instructions
- Build this cocktail in a tall glass with ice. Add all the ingredients (except garnish) and stir.
- Garnish and drink.
Notes
The history of this cocktail is interesting because the recipe has changed so much over time. Early recipes called for Gin and Grenadine, even Apricot Brandy and Lemon Juice! It wasn't until the 1950's that Cranberry Juice became more prominent in a Sea Breeze, mostly due marketing from Ocean Spray.
Start with the more modern recipe that's listed here, but if you want to experiment, there's a few more ingredients that you can fall back on to try different versions of this drink. Tastes change over time so the modern version may suit you better; you never know though, you may have more old fashioned tastes and you may love the older versions!
However you have it, enjoy!