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Grapefruit Kamikaze

by Mike Hultquist · Dec 28, 2015 · Leave a Comment

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A tart and citrusy vodka shot made with plenty of freshly squeezed grapefruit, triple sec, and your favorite vodka. A twist on an old recipe, the Kamikaze.

Grapefruit Kamikaze served

Hey all! It’s your mixologist, Patty, back at it again with another bold drink recipe, this one just in time for the New Year celebration. Today we have a variation on an old classic - The Kamikaze.

The Kamikaze is a shot that will be around forever. It’s simple and uses typical ingredients often available in anyone’s home bar. Traditionally, it is made with vodka, triple sec and lime juice. Mike has been enjoying kamikazes since the old college days and still enjoys one every now and then.

I love squeezing citrus to make super fresh, bright, potent flavors for cocktails. Look at this gorgeous grapefruit.

A grapefruit ready for squeezing

So easy to juice! I was on a huge grapefruit kick for a while. I’d typically squeeze a few lemons and limes in with the grapefruit to get an extra bold citrus flavor.

Squeezing the grapefruit to make Grapefruit Kamikaze

So, when asked for a kamikaze I usually would start mixing things up with what I had on hand. Whenever Mike saw me at the juicer, he’d start eyeballing with hope. Ha!

Eventually the grapefruit kamikaze was born. Nice and simple. We’ve been through a number of iterations of various amounts of citrus. This is the mildest of them all, yet still quite bold. It is a crowd pleaser.

Many people don’t like to do shots because they are too strong or too harsh. This one is smooth and fresh. I hope you enjoy it.

Grapefruit Kamikaze Ingredients

  • Grapefruit Juice.
  • Citrus Vodka.
  • Triple Sec.

Grapefruit Kamikaze - The Recipe Method

Fill a shaker with ice.

Add vodka and triple sec.

Freshly squeeze the grapefruit juice. Strain if needed.

Shake and pour into shot glasses.

Mike's Perspective

Yep, this is one of my favorite drinks when the evening turns to shots. Somehow they always seem to break out at parties. I love the tart flavor - very BOLD! But not crazily so - and they aren't killer strong like some of the harsher alcohols out there. Looking forward to one of these on New Year's Eve! Something you can whip together at a moment's notice, and something unique.

Recipe Tips & Notes

  • Traditionally, this Kamikaze is made with vodka, triple sec and lime juice.
  • I typically squeeze a few lemons and limes in with the grapefruit to get an extra bold citrus flavor.
  • Many people don’t like to do shots because they are too strong or too harsh. This one is smooth and fresh.

Storage & Leftovers

If you have mixed in fresh ingredients, it is better to keep this kamikaze in the fridge for not longer than up to 1-2 days - for the best flavor.

Try Some Of My Other Popular Recipes

  • Scorpion Tongue Vodka Shot
  • Grapefruit Vodka Cocktail
  • Spicy Margarita
  • Chili Pepper Infused Tequila
  • Citrus Lemon-Lime Salt
Pouring Grapefruit Kamikaze into shots

Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H.

Grapefruit kamikaze served in a shot
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Grapefruit Kamikaze Shot

A tart and citrusy vodka shot made with plenty of freshly squeezed grapefruit, triple sec, and your favorite vodka. A twist on an old recipe, the Kamikaze.
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Calories: 76kcal
Author: Mike Hultquist
Servings: 4
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Ingredients

  • Juice from half a grapefruit
  • 2 ounces citrus vodka
  • 2 ounces triple sec

Instructions

  • Fill a shaker with ice.
  • Add Vodka and triple sec.
  • Freshly squeeze the grapefruit juice. Strain if needed.
  • Shake and pour into 4 shot glasses.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 76kcal   Carbohydrates: 4g   Sodium: 1mg   Sugar: 4g
Grapefruit kamikaze served in a shot
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