I asked my wine shop friend, Jacob, for a fun spirit and he instantly reached for a bottle Pamplemousse Rose liqueur and gave me his recipe for a “Take the Nickel.” It’s very easy to make and lip-smackingly fresh and delicious.
The rose, which is really grapefruit and not rose at all, is mixed with rum, white vermouth, and fresh citrus (hence the lip-smacking). When I make this at home, I use the juice from a Meyer lemon, my favorite. It’s the perfect spring cocktail.
By the way, I have no idea why it’s called “Take the Nickel,” so if you know, please add your two cents in the comments.
—Alex Province
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- 1-1/2 oz Pamplemousse Rose Liqueur
- 1-1/2 oz white rum
- 1-1/2 oz dry vermouth
- 1-1/2 oz fresh lemon juice from a Meyer lemon (if you have a Meyer)
- In a shaker filled with ice, add all ingredients and shake until icy cold.
- Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a lemon twist.
