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Ingredients
1/3 c. Sugar6 Thin strips lemon peel,1-2
3 Large ruby/yellow grapefruit
Citrus leaves, rinsed/patted
Gin or orange juice
Lemon wedges
Directions
The aromatic flavor of gin which comes from juniper berries complements the bitter-tart taste of grapefruit. Use orange juice as a non-alcoholic option. 1. In a 3-4 cup pan combine sugar and 2/3 cup water. Boiluncovered over high heat until reduced to 1/2 cup. Gently twist lemon peel and drop into syrup; let col. If made ahead cover and chill up to 3 days. 2. With a sharp knife cut peel and all white membrane from
grapefruit. Over a bowl cut between membranes to release fruit segments; squeeze juice from membrane into bowl. Discard membrane. If made ahead cover and let stand up to 3 hours. 3. Spoon fruit juice and syrup equally into 6 dessert bowls.
Garnish with leaves. To each portion add to taste about 1 Tbs. gin or orange juice and juice from lemon wedges.
