Cocktails

Greyhound

Greyhound is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans bitter and citrus. Built and served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 14.2% ABV and roughly 137 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic14.2% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

137 kcalCalories

14.2%ABV

6.2gSugar

8.2gCarbs

1.06Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 2 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1 1/2 ozVodkaBase Spirit
3 ozGrapefruit JuiceJuice

How to Make It

Add the vodka to a Collins glass filled with ice.Fill
Top with grapefruit juice and stir.Stirred

How to Serve

Glass: Collins Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Bitter Citrus

Supporting notes

Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Seafood DinnerSuggested from its citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.
SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

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Food pairings

Seafood Ceviche Salads

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Vodka1 1/2 oz

GinWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes: Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Grapefruit Juice3 oz

Orange JuiceNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use the same amount, then add lime or lemon if it needs more bite.
What changes: Orange juice can replace grapefruit juice only if a sweeter, softer citrus result is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Greyhound?: The Greyhound is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 14.2%. A standard serving contains approximately 137 calories.
What does a Greyhound taste like?: Greyhound has a flavour profile featuring Bitter, Citrus, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Greyhound?: Greyhound pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Greyhound?: The Greyhound has an ABV of approximately 14.2%. That's approximately 1.06 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 137 kcal, 6.2g sugar, 8.2g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Greyhound typically served?: Greyhound is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Greyhound?: If you enjoy Greyhound, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Greyhound at home?: Yes. The Greyhound uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Collins Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Greyhound with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.