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Dave Anastasi introduces us to an ethereal-looking version of the well-known cosmopolitan. This pink grapefruit version uses Dave's own Grapefruit Vodka, a creation he infuses over 7-14 days. He gives this a hearty shake with cranberry and lime juice and a touch of triple sec. Gorgeous, refreshing, and we think the home-made infused vodka is brilliant!

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Makes 1 cocktail

Ingredients

Grapefruit Vodka* (make 1-2 weeks before use)

1 liter (about 4 cups) vodka
1 pink grapefruit

For Grapefruit Cosmo

ice cubes
2 oz Grapefruit Vodka* (or 2 oz regular vodka + ½ oz grapefruit juice)
1 oz cranberry juice
¾ oz triple sec
½ oz freshly-squeezed lime juice
grapefruit peel for garnish

Equipment for Grapefruit Vodka

vegetable peeler
large glass container
fine-mesh strainer
bottles with lids for storing

Equipment for Grapefruit Cosmo

chilled cocktail glass
cocktail shaker

How-to

Make Grapefruit Vodka

Using a sharp knife or vegetable peeler, remove the outer peel from a grapefruit, avoiding the white pith, and place the peels in a 1 liter glass container
Cut the grapefruit into sections, and remove the flesh from the pith
Slice the fruit into large chunks and place into the glass container
Pour the vodka into the container, covering the fruit and peel
Cover the container and store in a cool, dark place for 7-14 days, starting to taste at 7 days
When satisfied with the strength of the mixture, pass through a fine-mesh strainer or coffee filter into a bottle or vessel of choice
It is suggested to store the vodka in the refrigerator to preserve the flavor of the grapefruit, but it can also be kept at room temperature

Make Grapefruit Cosmo