Cheers to your Grapefruit Drink

Next time you go to happy hour with your friends you should encourage that not only everyone drink responsibly, but that the drink healthily! Yes, you read that correctly, cheers to something a bit healthier then your typical drink by opting for a grapefruit drink over other mixers. Why? Well, for one grapefruit drinks although not as good as drinking the juice solo, still help you get a dose of your daily vitamins, minerals and other yummy nutrients to help your body stay strong and healthy. If you want an even healthier grapefruit drink , you should ask for a bit of cranberry juice mixed just as the Afterburn in or if it is a higher end bar, ask for a Grapefruit and Ginger spritzer. There are many healthier options then your every day vodka and tonic, and by asking for a grapefruit drink you are still getting the fat free, cholesterol free drink you are looking for, but with more nutritional benefits then those served with soda water or tonic water.

Another great thing about ordering a grapefruit bar next time you are at happy hour is that grapefruit juice goes with just about anything! There are hundreds of rum and vodka options as well as options for mixing in brandy, tequila or gin, and in some more hardcore options, multiple liquors and spirits. Obviously the more juice you have the more benefits you will have from the nutritional value, so steer shy of ordering doubles. Also, be aware that because of the strong, tangy, bitter and sweet flavor of the grapefruit drink, the alcohol may not taste very strong. Be careful to pace yourself because many grapefruit drinks are surprisingly potent and you do not want to be the sloppy drunk at the bar that falls down the stairs or picks up the ugliest person of the opposite sex do you?

The Delkozak, a grapefruit drink that is a combination of grapefruit juice, lemon juice, lime juice, orange juice and vodka is a great option to ensure you are getting a delicious, but still relatively nutritious drink. If vodka does not strike your fancy you can have a Juan Blue that includes lemon juice, orange juice and tequila in your grapefruit drink or if you are into more sophisticated martini drinks you can have ha Palm Beach Cocktail composed of Gin, Vermouth and your beloved grapefruit juice. And yes, for all you beer drinkers out there, there is a grapefruit beer!

So yes there is more then just the option of a greyhound so go ahead and choose a healthier drink next time you hit the bars with a grapefruit drink, you will not only be having delicious cocktails, you will also be reaping more nutrition then your friends.

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