A sharp fruit Martini that's not for the faint hearted. Gin and Grapefruit predominate but the orange liqueur provides just a hint of balancing sugar to complete the mix.
Mix
1.25 shots of Gin
1.25 shots of Triple Sec
1.25 shots of Grapefruit Juice
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 an orange zest twist.
Ingredient Profile
An orange zest garnish completes the Mainbrace the Mainbrace cocktail.
Shot by Shot Guide
mix shake and pour's shot by shot guide shows how to mix a Mainbrace 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 1.25 shots of Triple Sec and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 1.25 shots of Grapefruit Juice 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 an orange zest twist.
Buy Ingredients
Buy all the ingredients to make the Mainbrace recipe from mix shake and pour's recommended online retailers: TheDrinkShop.com (UK, Europe and Worldwide) and mySupermarket.co.uk (UK only). For further information on key cocktail ingredients see Stocking Your Home Bar.
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