Greyhound co*cktail Popsicles Recipe (2024)

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For this unique twist on the classic Greyhound, we went chilly and created a Greyhound co*cktail popsicle! co*cktail popsicles or “poptails” areincredibly fun to make and serve during hot summer days!

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Here are some of our favorite summer treats!

These greyhound popsicles are made with fresh-squeezed juice, no added sugar, and a littlebit of vodka! You can’t go wrong with the icy texture and citrus flavors that make this such afun way to serve and enjoy a Greyhound.

They’re also striped. How charming is that?! To make a delicious co*cktail using, just pour a little champagne into the glass and add in a Greyhound popsicle, and voila!

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The flavors melt into the champagne, and it tastes so good!! You can use the stick to stir the co*cktail while sipping. The best part is that you can make these co*cktail popsicles the day before for incredibly easy entertaining!

Check out our complete guide to making popsicles too!

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How to Make a Greyhound Popsicle

Ingredients

  • Grapefruit Juice
  • Orange Juice
  • Vodka

Directions

  • Squeeze the fresh juice and keep them separated in different bowls.
  • Add 4 ounces 4 shots of vodka to the grapefruit juice and stir.
  • Add 4 ounces 4 shots of vodka to the orange juice and stir.
  • In a popsicle mold, add the first layer of juice, then let it freeze. Continue adding in layers and freezing in-between to get the pretty striped effect!
  • Freeze overnight.
  • For a fun co*cktail, serve them in a glass with champagne. They melt quickly, but it makes a wonderful flavor!
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What is in a Greyhound Drink?

A greyhound co*cktail consists of grapefruit juice mixed with either vodka or gin. It’s very similar to a salty dog, which has salt around the edge of the glass.

Why is it called a greyhound?

The co*cktail was served at a popular restaurant chain called Greyhound that was located at a bus terminal called Post House.

Greyhound co*cktail Popsicles Variations

  • Use gin instead of vodka
  • Make an Italian version and use Campari in the recipe
  • Add a dash of salt
  • Use grapefruit vodka
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Tips for Making Popsicles

Use fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice and orange juice.

Add all of the ingredients into a pitcher or a bowl with a spout and stir.

The spout is important because it makes it easy to pour into the popsicle mold. This is the popsicle mold we use all of the time.

Make sure to leave about 1/4″ space at the top of the mold to drop in a thin orange slice (remove the rind!) and for the popsicle to expand.

When juice and water freeze, it expands. If the juice and ice expand over the mold, it makes the removal of the lid on the mold harder. Also, you don’t get a clean edge to your popsicle.

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GREYHOUND POPSICLES

For this unique twist on the classic Greyhound, we went chilly and created a Greyhound co*cktail popsicle! co*cktail popsicles or "poptails" areincredibly fun to make and serve during hot summer days!

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

1 day day

Total Time: 1 day day 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 popsicles

Calories: 231kcal

Author: Eden

Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh squeezed grapefruit juice
  • 6 cups fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 8 ounces vodka

Instructions

  • Squeeze the fresh juice and keep them separated in different bowls.

  • Add 4 ounces (4 shotof vodka to the grapefruit juice and stir.

  • Add 4 ounces (4 shotof vodka to the orange juice and stir.

  • In a popsicle mold, add the first layer of juice, then let it freeze. Continue adding in layers and freezing in-between to get the pretty striped effect!

  • Freeze over night.

  • For a fun co*cktail, serve them in a glass with champagne. They melt quickly, but it makes a wonderful flavor!

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 659mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 384IU | Vitamin C: 141mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg

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Greyhound co*cktail Popsicles Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is in a Greyhound co*cktail? ›

A greyhound is a co*cktail consisting of grapefruit juice and gin mixed and served over ice. If the rim of the glass has been salted, the drink is instead called a salty dog. Shake gin and grapefruit juice in co*cktail shaker. Strain into a highball glass.

Why is a greyhound drink called a greyhound? ›

The greyhound co*cktail recipe first cropped up in The Savoy co*cktail Book, a 1930 cookbook by Harry Craddock. It wasn't until 1945 that the drink was officially called a “greyhound” in print, by Harper's Magazine—supposedly because it was a popular co*cktail at Greyhound bus terminals.

How do you mix a greyhound? ›

Ingredients
  1. 2 ounces vodka, or gin.
  2. 4 ounces grapefruit juice.
  3. Lemon wedge, or lime wedge, for garnish.
Feb 21, 2024

What's the difference between a greyhound and a paloma? ›

A Greyhound co*cktail is made with freshly squeezed juice and either gin or vodka with a garnish of lime. Instead, a Paloma combines tequila with lime juice and a grapefruit-flavored soda.

What is another name for a greyhound drink? ›

Popular Greyhound Variations

Salty Dog: The classic Greyhound, amplified by a salted rim. Shifting Sands: A beefed-up Greyhound that also features maraschino liqueur. London Light: Pomegranate juice jumps into the Greyhound party. Banker's Lunch: Where the Greyhound and the vodka Martini meet.

What is a gin and grapefruit juice called? ›

The Greyhound co*cktail is a classic co*cktail that has stood the test of time. It is a simple yet delicious drink with only two ingredients: Gin and grapefruit juice. Some call for vodka in this drink, and you can sure use that, but historically, Gin is the spirit for this slice of history.

What is grapefruit juice and vodka called? ›

The Greyhound is a tangy, citrus-edged combination of vodka and grapefruit juice that has evolved over time into a great drink.

What's the difference between a salty dog and a greyhound? ›

A salty dog is a co*cktail of gin and grapefruit juice, served in a highball glass with a salted rim. The salt is the only difference between a salty dog and a greyhound. Historically a gin drink, it is believed to date back to the 1920s.

Is a greyhound gin or vodka? ›

The Greyhound is a two-part classic co*cktail composed of gin or vodka and grapefruit juice. It's simple, tart and refreshing—perfect for when you're looking for something easy to sip, or as a classic brunch option.

What is a greyhound mix called? ›

A lurcher is a crossbred dog resulting from mating a greyhound or other sighthound with a dog of another type such as a herding dog or a terrier. The lurcher was for hundreds of years strongly associated with poaching; in modern times, it is kept as a hunting dog or companion dog.

What is vodka and grapefruit soda called? ›

The Greyhound is a tangy, citrus-edged combination of vodka and grapefruit juice that has evolved over time into a great drink.

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