Drink: The Big Texan Bourbon-and-Grapefruit Cocktail
This quick cocktail is full of big, bold southern flavor thanks to a mix of bourbon, fresh grapefruit, and citrusy basil. A perfect accompaniment to a Texas-sized steak and other barbecue fare.
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Health and fertility benefits of The Big Texan Bourbon-and-Grapefruit Cocktail
Grapefruits are rich in folic acid. One grapefruit will give you 8% of your daily needs of folic acid. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Ingredients
2 tbsp. fresh grapefruit juice
1 1/2 oz. bourbon
1/2 tbsp. Simple Syrup (see Note)
2 basil leaves
ice
1 grapefruit slice
1 preserved cherry
Instructions
In a cocktail shaker, combine the grapefruit juice, bourbon, simple syrup, and basil. Fill a chilled rocks glass with ice. Add 5 ice cubes to the shaker and shake well. Strain the drink into the ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with the grapefruit slice and cherry. Looking for party-ready recipes? Try our top guacamole recipes, birthday cakes, or punch recipes.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 0 | ||
| Fat 0 | ||
| Carbohydrate 0 | ||
| Protein 0 | ||
