Ingredients
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2 tablespoons fresh grapefruit juice
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1 ½ ounces bourbon
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1/2 tablespoon simple syrup (see note)
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2 basil leaves
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5 ice cubes
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1 grapefruit slice, for garnish
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1 preserved cherry, for garnish
Directions
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In a cocktail shaker, combine the grapefruit juice, bourbon, simple syrup, and basil. Fill a chilled rocks glass with ice. Add ice to the shaker and shake well. Strain the drink into the ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with the grapefruit slice and cherry.
© Jody Horton
Notes
Make simple syrup by bringing equal parts sugar and water to a boil, then simmering until sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Let cool before using.