The Pink Contessa
Elevate your cocktail game with "The Pink Contessa," a supremely elegant drink that blends sophistication with refreshingly tangy flavors. This vibrant recipe combines smooth vodka, fragrant elderflower liqueur, and freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice for a citrusy, floral medley, while a splash of simple syrup and lemon juice add just the right touch of sweetness and balance. The glass is optionally rimmed with pink Himalayan salt, creating a stunning presentation that's as alluring as the drink itself. Ready in just 5 minutes and garnished with an edible flower or a delicate slice of grapefruit, this cocktail is perfect for everything from upscale gatherings to a cozy night in. Keywords: pink grapefruit cocktail, elderflower vodka drink, elegant cocktail recipe, Pink Contessa.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Elderflower Liqueur
- 2 oz Pink Grapefruit Juice
- 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
- 0.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
- 1 pinch Pink Himalayan Salt
- 1 piece Edible Flower or Grapefruit Slice (for garnish)
Instructions
Start by chilling your serving glass in the freezer or filling it with ice water for a few minutes and then emptying it when ready to serve.
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Add 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of elderflower liqueur, 2 oz of pink grapefruit juice, 0.5 oz of simple syrup, and 0.5 oz of fresh lemon juice to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and fully combined.
Remove the chilled serving glass from the freezer. If desired, rim the glass with pink Himalayan salt by rubbing a grapefruit wedge along the edge and dipping it into a small plate of the salt.
Strain the cocktail mixture from the shaker into the prepared glass.
Garnish with an edible flower or a thin slice of pink grapefruit for an elegant finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy The Pink Contessa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% 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 | 139 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 6 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.
