The Greyhound 75 is a fun play on the classic French 75, which originated in Paris in the 19th century and became popular in the Roaring 20s.
While the older version combines champagne, gin, lemon, and sugar, we might be thirsty for the intriguing tang of pamplemousse. That’s French for grapefruit, and it’s fun to say. Because le pamplemousse brings a bit more sweetness than the usual lemon, we cut back on the sugar here. Salut!
Why is this Cocktail Called the Greyhound 75?
The “75” comes from the French 75, which apocryphally got its name from a 75mm World War I bullet. But this cocktail mixes the ingredients of the French 75 with the “Greyhound” cocktail. The Greyhound consists grapefruit juice and gin or vodka, mixed and served over ice. So, this bubbly version of the cocktail comes into being with grapefruit juice, prosecco, gin, and simple syrup.
Greyhound 75
Description
A mixture of two classic cocktails.
Ingredients
- 2 parts Gin
- 1/3 part of simple syrup
- 1 part fresh squeezed grapefruit juice
- Top off with champagne or sparkling wine
Instructions
- Combine grapefruit juice, simple syrup, gin and ice in a cocktail shaker and shake for about 30 seconds until cold. Strain into champagne flute and top with champagne or sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a twist of grapefruit.
Recipe and Photography by Justin Matase
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