Strawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog Recipe (2024)

by Ashley

Strawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog You can make the sweet and sour lovers all very happy with this Strawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog co*cktail recipe!

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Though I’m usually all about the sweet side of things when it comes to recipes, I’m actually a big tart fan when it comes to drinks. (I have convinced myself it makes me sip them a lot slower).

I’ve even gottenon a major spicy kick lately. (Hello jalapeño and sriracha everything!)

But since Texas weather brings enough heat on its own, I figured sticking with tart yet refreshing would be a good idea for this weekend’s festivities.

Alas, I introduce you to this cute little Strawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog co*cktail recipethat we whipped up with Hangar 1Vodka. (Jared is obsessed with the bottle).

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What Is A Salty Dog?

A salty dog co*cktail is a drink made of gin or vodka and grapefruit juice. It’s the perfect combo of tart and salty.

I added strawberries to the mix. The good thing about this salty dog recipe is for those of you that like a teeny bit of sour (but not too much), you can just add more strawberry to the mix to sweeten things up.

And vice versa for the sour lovers. Just use less strawberry puree.

Plus, this recipe is a nice tie in with summer and local farm fresh fruits. Fair warning though, these are super easy to drink!

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Tools Needed To Make Strawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog co*cktails

co*cktail shaker

Strainer

Highball glasses (but any co*cktail glasses will also do)

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Ingredients Needed To MakeStrawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog co*cktails

Hangar 1 Straight Vodka

Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice

Strawberry puree

Coarse sea salt — to rim your glasses

Ice

Optional: grapefruit slice and strawberry — for garnish

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How To Make Strawberry Puree?

This salty dog co*cktail recipe calls for strawberry puree which you can purchase at the grocery store. However, it’s so easy to make!

Just blend washed strawberries into a food processor or blenderuntil it’s in liquid form but still has pulp.

Depending on your preference, you can sweeten your strawberry puree with sugar or honey.

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How To MakeStrawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog co*cktails

1 — Rub the rim (the edge) of your glass with a grapefruit slice, and then, dip the rim of your glass in coarse salt.

2 — Fill your glass with ice.

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3 — Mix the strawberry puree, grapefruit juice, and vodka in a co*cktail shaker with ice until well blended.

4 — Pour the mixture into each glass with a strainer.

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5 — Add a strawberry and grapefruit slice for garnishing, and you’re all set for an al fresco co*cktail hour!

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More Refreshing Summer co*cktails To Try

What’s your go-to refreshing co*cktail in the warmer months? Also, anyone have an amazing (and mainly simple) jalapeño co*cktail they want to share? I’m in the market for one next!

For more co*cktails to cool off with, check out some more of our favorites from the archives —

  • 3 Ingredient: Spiked Brazilian Limeade
  • Blackberry Sage Margarita
  • Boozy Frozen Hot Chocolate
  • Elderflower Aperol Spritz
  • Frozen Cookies and Cream Polka Dot Martini
  • Frozen Three Citrus Margarita
  • Peach Iced Tea co*cktail
  • Sherry Berry co*cktail
  • Spicy Paloma
  • Whiskey Dreamsicle co*cktail

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Strawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog co*cktail Recipe

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5 from 2 votes

Make the sweet and sour lovers all very happy with this Strawberry Grapefruit Salty Dog co*cktail recipe!

Total Time10 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine co*cktails

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Hangar 1 Straight Vodka
  • 2/3 cup grapefruit juice
  • 1 1/2 oz strawberry puree
  • Coarse sea salt for rim
  • Ice
  • Strawberry and grapefruit slices for garnish

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

Servings: 2

Calories: 108kcal

Instructions

  • Rub the rim the of a glass with a grapefruit slice and then dip the rim of the glass in coarse salt.

  • Fill your glass with ice.

  • Mix the strawberry puree, grapefruit juice, and vodka in a co*cktail shaker with ice until well blended.

  • Pour the mixture into each glass with a strainer.

  • Garnish with a strawberry and grapefruit slice.

KEYWORD: grapefruit, rainbow sour, salty dog, strawberry, sweet, sweet and sour, vodka

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FAQs

Why is it called a Salty Dog drink? ›

The story goes that a man named George Jessel made a crucial addition to the Greyhound co*cktail by introducing a salted rim. This singular modification altered the entire character of the drink, prompting Jessel to christen it with a new name.

What drink is made of vodka and grapefruit juice? ›

The Greyhound is a tangy, citrus-edged combination of vodka and grapefruit juice that has evolved over time into a great drink.

What is a Salty Dog without salt? ›

Here's a classic that will appeal to grapefruit lovers: a Salty Dog is made with grapefruit juice and vodka or gin. If you add salt to the rim, it's a Salty Dog; if you leave off the salt, it's a Greyhound. And if you substitute tequila for the vodka or gin, you've got yourself a Salty Chihuahua.

What does grapefruit juice go well with? ›

A 50/50 blend of grapefruit juice and blood orange juice is delicious and strikingly beautiful. And the combination of grapefruit juice with apple juice and carrots in a high-speed blender served over ice is also a favorite.

What is the difference between a greyhound drink and a Salty Dog? ›

A salty dog is a co*cktail of gin and grapefruit juice, served in a highball glass with a salted rim. The salt is the only difference between a salty dog and a greyhound. Historically a gin drink, it is believed to date back to the 1920s.

What is a navy Salty Dog? ›

Salty Dog is a nickname for an ornery Sailor or a U.S. Marine who has spent much of his life aboard a ship at sea. A Salty Dog is also called old salt or true grit.

What's in the drink Greyhound? ›

The Greyhound is a two-part classic co*cktail composed of gin or vodka and grapefruit juice. It's simple, tart and refreshing—perfect for when you're looking for something easy to sip, or as a classic brunch option.

What happens if a dog licks salt? ›

If your dog licks a little salt off the table, he'll be fine. If your dog consumes a lot of salt in a short period of time and there's no water available, your dog is at risk for salt poisoning. Salt poisoning causes neurological issues and can be deadly if your dog eats an extreme amount of salt.

Is a Salty Dog a popular drink? ›

The salty dog is a popular and easy mixed drink that adds a couple of twists to the vodka and grapefruit greyhound.

What not to mix with grapefruit? ›

Some statin drugs to lower cholesterol, such as Zocor (simvastatin) and Lipitor (atorvastatin). Some drugs that treat high blood pressure, such as Procardia and Adalat CC (both nifedipine). Some organ-transplant rejection drugs, such as Neoral and Sandimmune capsule or oral solution (both cyclosporine).

When should you not drink grapefruit juice? ›

Often-prescribed medicines that can interact with grapefruit include medicines that:
  • Fight infection.
  • Lower cholesterol.
  • Treat high blood pressure.
  • Treat heart problems.
  • Prevent the body from rejecting a donated organ.
  • Treat anxiety.
  • Treat seasonal allergies.
  • Control seizures.

What happens if I drink grapefruit juice everyday? ›

Grapefruit might affect electrical currents in the heart. This can increase the risk of having an irregular heartbeat. Some medications can have this same effect. Taking grapefruit with these medications might increase the risk for a serious heart issue.

How did the salty dog cafe get its name? ›

No one knows how Jake could have known the way back to his home port. The townspeople built a gathering place in the village and named it The Salty Dog Cafe – in honor of Jake's heroic feat.

What does "salty dog" mean in slang? ›

salty dog (plural salty dogs) (US, Navy, Marines) An experienced sailor. synonyms ▲ Synonyms: old salt, sea dog. (US, slang, dated) A sexually promiscuous man; a male sexual partner. synonyms ▲ Synonyms: see Thesaurus:promiscuous man, Thesaurus:sexual partner.

Where does the term salty sea dog come from? ›

Experts estimate that these dogs might have been the ancestors of breeds such as the Portuguese Water Dog and the like. But our modern terms “sea dog” or “salty dog” don't date that far back. Their origin dates back to early 16th century England.

What is a Salty Dog in nautical terms? ›

Salty Dog is nautical slang for an experienced sailor who has spent much of his life aboard a ship at sea. A salty dog is often given increased credibility by ship mates in matters pertaining to ship-board life and duties.

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