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Grapefruit Mojito
The best mojito cocktails / mocktails with or without vodka or rum, and a nice kick from red chili!
👥 2 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 20 min⏳ Prep: 5 min🔥 Cook: 15 min👤 Florentina📖 ciaoflorentina
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- pan
- bowl
- wooden spoon
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Pour the granulated sugar on a plate.
2
Swipe the rim of the glasses with a lime wedge and dip the rim in the granulated sugar. Set aside.
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3
Preheat your broiler.
4
Slice the grapefruit in half and dip the cut side into the granulated sugar until coated. Place them cut side up on a broiler proof pan and broil for a few minutes until the sugar caramelizes on top.
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5
Remove the grapefruit from the broiler and allow to cool.
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6
Using a citrus reamer juice the grapefruit into a bowl. Strain into a cup and set aside.
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7
Add a lime wedge, 1 tablespoon of agave or honey and 2 tablespoons of mint leaves to each glass. Using a cocktail muddler or the end of a wooden spoon, muddle together well until the lime is crushed.
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8
Pour one shot of rum or vodka in each glass and add the grapefruit slice. Fill the glass with the ice.
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9
Divide the grapefruit juice between the two glasses and top it off with a splash of the sparkling water.
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10
Garnish with one slice of lime, a slice of chili, a sprig of mint and lavender or basil blossoms. Enjoy !
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