Minty Jalapeño Grinch Fizz

A touch of sweet and a little bit spicy, perfectly fitting for "the Grinch". This cocktail combines the refreshing flavors of grapefruit and lime with the kick of jalapeño, all topped off with the bubbly goodness of ginger beer. It's a festive and flavorful drink that will definitely steal the Grinch's heart.

Minty Jalapeño Grinch Fizz

A refreshing and spicy cocktail with grapefruit, lime, and jalapeño, topped with ginger beer for a festive fizz.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2-4 finely chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 2 oz vodka
  • juice from 1/2 lime
  • juice from 1/2 small grapefruit
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1-2 jalapeño slices
  • ginger beer (for topping)
  • pomegranate arils (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Combine the sugar and mint on a shallow plate, rim the glass in sugar, and fill with ice.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, lime juice, grapefruit juice, honey, and jalapeños. Fill with ice and shake until combined.
  3. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
  4. Top with ginger beer and garnish with pomegranate arils. Enjoy!