Awhile back, Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement crafted some cocktails from what was in her cupboard because going to the store during the height of Covid was a daunting undertaking. One of the recipes stood out to me because it used grape juice. Purple grape juice. Something I’ve never had in a cocktail, for sure. Also, she says one can use vodka or gin. Really, gin? I like gin. But with grape juice? Anyway, I never got around to trying it at the time but I kept her recipe. A quick trip to the store. Masks no longer required but I’m wearing one so no one recognizes me while I’m buying only a bottle of grape juice. Here’s the recipe:
1 part grape juice
1 part tonic or bubbly water
“Glug” of vodka or gin
Lime wedge
Combine in a tall glass with lots of ice then squeeze the lime over the top then drop it in. Using gin? Add a sprig of rosemary.
What do I think? I tried with gin first. That’s as far as I got. Delicious! I did the tall glass then made another shaker-full for a martini glass. So I’m done experimenting and I’ll make it again. Very refreshing, colorful summertime, or anytime, drink.
Prefer vodka? Vodka goes with anything so if you like grape juice, you’re golden.
– Jet Cannon
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