From friend and fly fishing compadre EH (aka the Grapefruit King) in South Texas this past week –
…the Ruby Reds have been stellar as always this year. Think about putting this simple but oh so good version of the old fashioned – The Grapefruit Old Fashioned – on your list for the next few weeks.
The juice really does need to be fresh squeezed, though fresh juice from HEB (or Central Market) scores for these too. Be sure and save some rind for a garnish twist…
‘Nuff said.
4 Ruby Red grapefruit
8 ounces good bourbon
Angostura bitters
Simple syrup
Sparkling waterGarnish: Grapefruit Twist
Halve the grapefruit; trim off four rind twists before juicing the grapefruit into a measuring cup. (Strain the pulp if you must).
Into a rocks glass add 3-4 ounces of the fresh grapefruit juice, 1 ounce simple syrup, 2 ounces bourbon and two dashes of bitters. Add ice and a splash of sparkling water, stir gently.
Garnish with the grapefruit twist.
Enjoy.
