description Salty Dog (gin) Overview
The Salty Dog is a mixed drink made with gin and grapefruit juice, served in a glass with a salted rim. It is the gin-based counterpart of the Greyhound, whose modern standard preparation uses vodka with grapefruit juice. The salt is applied to the rim rather than normally being mixed into the drink, giving the citrus-based cocktail a distinct savory accent.
help Salty Dog (gin) FAQ
What is in a Salty Dog cocktail?
A Salty Dog combines gin and grapefruit juice. It is served with salt applied to the rim of the glass.
What is the difference between a Salty Dog and a Greyhound?
Both drinks use grapefruit juice, but a modern Greyhound normally uses vodka while a Salty Dog uses gin. The Salty Dog also has a salted rim.
Is the salt mixed into a Salty Dog?
Usually, the salt is applied to the glass rim rather than stirred into the drink. This lets the drinker control how much salt reaches each sip.
What type of glass is used for a Salty Dog?
A Salty Dog is commonly served in a glass with a salted rim, often a rocks or highball glass. The essential structure is gin, grapefruit juice, and the salt rim.
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