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    Jun 2, 2023 by Kristin. This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    10+ Delicious Grapefruit Juice Cocktails

    Looking for how to use your bottle of grapefruit juice? Try out some of these delicious and easy to make grapefruit juice cocktails. From easy two ingredient highballs to more elaborate multi-ingredient cocktails. You are sure to find something you love.

    Bottle of grapefruit juice on a table.
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    • 🥂 The Best Grapefruit Juice Cocktails
    • 🍸 Two Ingredient Grapefruit Highballs
    • 🥃 Multiple Ingredient Grapefruit Cocktails
    • 💭 Grapefruit Juice Cocktail FAQ

    🥂 The Best Grapefruit Juice Cocktails

    Grapefruit juice, whether fresh squeezed or store-bought is a delicious mixer for several different cocktails. It’s tart and tangy citrus flavor blends well with a wide variety of different liquors from gin to rum.

    Another bonus when using grapefruit juice as a mixer for drinks is that it gives a pretty pink color to the cocktail. The tart flavor or grapefruit is a nice refreshing addition to any drink.

    Keep on reading below to discover your new favorite grapefruit juice drink.

    🍸 Two Ingredient Grapefruit Highballs

    Amaretto & Grapefruit Juice
    This simple two ingredient highball is tart and nutty in flavor. This drink is tart and smooth at the same time.
    Why it's good: easy and quick to make. Perfectly refreshing for any warm weather sipping.
    Check out this recipe
    amaretto and grapefruit juice in a highball glass on a wooden table next to ingredient bottles
    Rum & Grapefruit Juice
    This tart and tangy rum and grapefruit juice cocktail has a little spicy hit on the back end. This one is a pretty light pink color.
    Why it's good: Serve it for any spring or summer occasion. Change up the flavor by using other types of rum.
    Check out this recipe
    rum and grapefruit juice in a highball glass on a wooden table with ingredient bottles next to the drink
    Tequila & Grapefruit Juice
    This two ingredient highball is tart and tangy with grapefruit flavor. You can use any type of tequila you prefer from white to gold.
    Why it's good: this versatile drink can be switched into a margarita easily by adding some lime juice, simple syrup and triple sec. However, it's still delicious on it's own.
    Check out this recipe
    tequila and grapefruit
    Whiskey & Grapefruit Juice
    Tangy grapefruit juice blends well with the smooth, oaky and caramel flavors of whiskey. This is a nice blend of flavors to balance out tart with sweet.
    Why it's good: well balanced flavor. Can be stirred up in under 2 minutes.
    Check out this recipe
    whiskey and grapefruit
    Greyhound Drink
    The Greyhound is basically just a shot of gin mixed with a glass of grapefruit juice and topped with lime juice. This drink has a nice combination tart and botanical flavors.
    Why it's good: can stir this one up in about 2 minutes. Its refreshing and works well from brunch to after dinner drinks.
    Check out this recipe
    gin and grapefruit
    Vodka & Grapefruit Juice
    Looking for a drink where the grapefruit juice is the star of the show? Try out this easy to make vodka and grapefruit juice.
    Why it's good: you can change up the flavor with flavored vodkas. You can stir it up in about two minutes.
    Check out this recipe
    vodka and grapefruit

    🥃 Multiple Ingredient Grapefruit Cocktails

    Love Potion Drink
    Stir this one up if you are looking for a combination of sweet, tart and fruity flavor. This is perfect for Valentine's Day.
    Why it's good: you only need four simple ingredients. It's a pretty color that works well for anniversaries, date nights and Valentine's.
    Check out this recipe
    closeup of love potion drink in a rocks glass with ingredient bottles next to the glass
    Pink Panther Drink
    Stock up on a glass full of sweet, fruity and tropical flavors with this lovely pink panther drink. You need several ingredients for this one, but it's really easy to stir up.
    Why it's good: this is one of the sweeter and fruitier drinks on the list. It is perfect for celebrations at any season.
    Check out this recipe
    pink panther drink in highball glass with all ingredient bottles next to the glass
    Pink Pussycat Drink
    This delicious and pretty drink is easy to make. It is full of tart, botanical flavor with a little added sweetness.
    Why it's good: you only need three ingredients for this one.
    Check out this recipe
    pink pussycat drink on a wooden butcher block
    Sea Breeze Cocktail
    This bright and refreshing drink is a combination of grapefruit juice, cranberry juice and vodka. It is easy to make and has both a sweet and tart fruit flavor.
    Why it's good: This cocktail is a great choice both for winter holidays as well as summer celebrations as it has a versatile taste profile.
    Check out this recipe
    sea breeze cocktail in a higball glass on a wooden table

    💭 Grapefruit Juice Cocktail FAQ

    What alcohol should you mix with grapefruit juice?

    Most alcohols work well to mix with grapefruit juice. Some of the most common are vodka and gin.

    What flavors go well with grapefruit juice in a cocktail?

    Anything with a little sweet flavor goes well with grapefruit juice such as peach schnapps and grenadine. Cranberry juice is also a nice mixer.

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