The Southern Bride is a gin-based cocktail combining Mr. Boston Gin with fresh grapefruit juice and a hint of maraschino liqueur for a bright, balanced drink.
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Shake with ice and strain into cocktail glass.
cocktail shaker · jigger · strainer
Yes. Any London Dry or similar gin works well; the recipe's balance relies on the grapefruit juice and maraschino, so gin quality matters less than personal preference.
A single dash of maraschino adds subtle almond and cherry notes that round out the tartness of grapefruit and prevent the drink from tasting too sour.
Yes. Shake with ice and strain into a chilled glass, or serve over ice. The cold temperature highlights the citrus and keeps the drink balanced.
Yes. Keep the ratio of 1.5 oz gin : 1 oz grapefruit juice : 1 dash maraschino constant. One dash typically stays the same even when scaling.
