Ruby Dutchess
A sophisticated and refreshing cocktail that combines the tartness of grapefruit with the botanicals of gin, accented by the sweetness of elderflower liqueur and the sparkle of Prosecco.
Equipment
- Shaker
- Strainer
- Flute or coupe glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Knife (for garnish)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 2 oz Prosecco
- Grapefruit twist, for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a flute or coupe glass.
- In a shaker filled with ice, combine the gin, grapefruit juice, and elderflower liqueur.
- Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled glass.
- Top with Prosecco.
- Garnish with a twist of grapefruit.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the gin and Prosecco with non-alcoholic alternatives and adjust the sweetness as needed.