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Vodka

Sea Breeze

3 min
Easy
1 serving
classichighballvodka

Cranberry’s tartness meets grapefruit’s bright bitterness, balanced by vodka’s clean neutrality. The mix pours quickly, requiring only ice and a quick stir, making it ideal for a no‑fuss evening drink. With three simple ingredients measured in ounces, you can assemble the cocktail in under two minutes. The highball glass showcases the vivid red hue, while the lime wedge adds a fragrant citrus finish. Grab the bottles, fill the glass, and enjoy a refreshing sip tonight.

Sea Breeze cocktail served in a highball glass with lime wedge

Ingredients

  • Vodka 2 oz
  • Juice (Cranberry) 3 oz
  • Juice (Grapefruit) 1 oz
Glass:
Highball
Garnish:
Lime Wedge

Instructions

  1. 1

    Build over ice

  2. 2

    Stir gently

History

The Sea Breeze emerged in the United States during the 1970s, when lighter, fruit‑forward drinks gained popularity. It was listed in the 1978 IBA cocktail guide and has remained a staple of casual bars ever since.

Tasting Notes

The palate opens with sharp cranberry acidity, quickly followed by grapefruit’s citrus bite and a subtle bitterness. Vodka provides a clean, light body, leaving the drink crisp and refreshing.

Serve it chilled as a pre‑dinner aperitif on warm evenings or at a summer gathering.

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