Sweet Cherry and sharp Grapefruit vie for dominance in this delicious fruit Martini. Those with a sweet tooth might need to tame this cocktail by substituting Pink Grapefruit or adding a touch more sugar syrup.
Mix
2 shots of Vodka
0.75 shots of Cherry Brandy
1.5 shots of Grapefruit Juice
0.25 shots of Sugar Syrup
Shake
Add all the ingredients to the mixing tin, add lots of ice, shake thoroughly and strain.
Pour
Serve in a Martini glass and garnish with a cherry.
Ingredient Profile
A cherry garnish is reflected in the surface of a Cherrute cocktail.
Shot by Shot Guide
mix shake and pour's shot by shot guide shows how to mix a Cherrute cocktail. Don't forget to check out our Top Ten Tips For Mixing Cocktails
Fill a Martini glass with ice and water to chill it while mixing the cocktail.
Measure 0.75 shots of Cherry Brandy and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 1.5 shots of Grapefruit Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.25 shots of Sugar Syrup and add to the mixing tin.
Add lots of ice to the mixing tin.
Shake the drink well until condensation forms on the outside of the mixing tin.
Discard the ice and water in the glass.
Strain the contents of the mixing tin into the glass.
Taste the cocktail and if necessary adjust the balance with a touch of extra sugar or citrus juice.
Garnish the cocktail with a cherry.
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