One of my favorite cocktails on our recent visit to New Orleans was one I had at the bar at the National World War II Museum believe it or not.
Who knew this beautiful museum had a bar!?! An awesome restaurant and bar actually – called The American Sector – with yummy drinks and treats. And what a joy it was to sit there and buy a drink for a World War II veteran we met and chatted with for a little while in between activities and exhibits.
If you make a visit to New Orleans, this museum is a MUST SEE! I do not consider myself a history buff, and I am ashamed to say I did not pay very good attention to history in school. This museum, which combines galleries and exhibits, a 4-D movie, and interactive activities made learning the stories of heroism, tragedy and liberation enjoyable and interesting.
But back to this drink. I don’t recall what it was called on the menu, but I do recall what was listed in it, and I have tried a few times to recreate it at home.
Last weekend, at the end of a beautiful sunny, warm Autumn day, I made this one that was just what I was hoping for. This drink is not for “froo froo” sweet cocktail drinkers. It is sour and tart and refreshing. Since I can’t recall what it was called, and since I made it my own way, I am giving it my own name. I call it Jodi’s Grapefruit Gin Gimlet. If you are a gin lover like me, I hope you’ll give this refreshing cocktail a try.
Jodi's Grapefruit Gin Gimlet
2 shots Bombay Sapphire Gin
1 shot St. Germain Liquer
1 Grapefruit
1 Lime
Ice
Fill Cocktail Shaker with ice. Add gin, liquer, freshly squeezed juice of one whole grapefruit and one lime. Shake vigorously. Pour in cocktail glass.
If the grapefruit is a little too tart, you can stir in a 1/2 teaspoon of powdered sugar. Enjoy!
Friday Weekend Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
Happy Weekend, Jodi!! :)))
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Sounds like a delicious drink! 🙂
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Always loved History, cool about the Museum! Can’t say I feel the same way about Grapefruit, LOL! But the pic makes it look good. 🙂 Happy Weekend to you!
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Yum, looks so refreshing. Have a happy day, especially after a few drinks like this 😄.
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I love grapefruit anything and would drink an entire pitcher of this if I could!
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you might not be able to walk if you drink a whole pitcher!!! 🙂
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Hahaha! But it would taste so good (and I wouldn’t care that I can’t walk after drinking that much)! 😀
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There ya go girlfriend!! 🙂 Cheers!
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Hi Jodi have a nice Friday!
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I’m not much of a Gin person but your drink looks refreshing! Enjoyed hearing about your visit to the museum. Happy Friday Jodi! Cheers to cheerful YOU! 😊🎨💜🌟
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This looks divine…thank you for a delightful start to the weekend. Cheers!
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This sounds yum! I’m tryin’ it!
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I just had another one this evening! YUM! This grapefruit needed a little powdered sugar – but YUM! CHEERS!
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I’ve just settled down with a glass of red wine. I’m boring, but damn it’s good!
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Love my red wine too!!!! ❤
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Mmmm, I will try that one out for sure!!! 🍹Thanks for sharing the recipe!!! 💕
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so yummy! 🙂
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