Give Me a Dime
Elevate your cocktail game with the "Give Me a Dime," a refreshingly sophisticated drink that combines the bright tang of fresh grapefruit juice, the herbal allure of thyme, and the crisp kick of vodka. Perfect for summer evenings or elegant gatherings, this cocktail is sweetened with a homemade thyme-infused simple syrup that adds an earthy depth to each sip. A splash of effervescent club soda brings a light, bubbly finish, while a fresh sprig of thyme completes the presentation with an aromatic touch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this unique vodka-based cocktail is an easy-yet-impressive choice to wow your guests or add a touch of luxury to your downtime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz thyme-infused simple syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 for garnish fresh thyme sprig
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
Begin by making the thyme-infused simple syrup: combine 1/2 cup of water, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 6-8 sprigs of fresh thyme in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain into a jar and let cool. This step can be done ahead of time.
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Add 2 oz of vodka, 1.5 oz of fresh grapefruit juice, and 0.5 oz of the thyme-infused simple syrup to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, ensuring the mixture is well chilled.
Strain the mixture into a highball or rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
Top off the drink with 2 oz of club soda, stirring gently to combine.
Garnish with a fresh sprig of thyme for an aromatic finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing 'Give Me a Dime' cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 3 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
