Spritz me! Spritz cocktails are by far the most refreshing. And who doesn’t love a smooth bubbly cocktail that hits the spot! That’s why we like to indulge in the refreshing twist of our grapefruit honey spritz cocktail, a spin off of a vodka spritz. Infused with a delightful rosemary grapefruit honey simple syrup, this libation offers a tasty blend of citrus and honey notes. It’s a sophisticated yet approachable drink that will elevate any occasion with its vibrant flavors and aromatic hints of rosemary. Be sure to check out the suggested pairing at the bottom!

how to make a grapefruit honey spritz

INGREDIENTS :

2 oz vodka
1 oz rosemary grapefruit simple syrup
1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
½ oz fresh lemon juice
soda water, to top
rosemary, for garnish
grapefruit slice, for garnish

METHOD :

To make the simple syrup, combine one cup water, 2 – 3 sprigs of rosemary, and grapefruit rind. (Be sure to only get the rind and not the white inner layer). Bring to a boil, and boil for two minutes. Take off heat, and stir in ½ cup sugar and ½ cup honey. Set aside and let cool. Strain out solids with tea strainer.

In a cocktail shaker combine vodka, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, ice and shake until chilled. Pour drink into final glass with cocktail strainer. Garnish with rosemary sprig and grapefruit wheel.

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Notes

To make the rosemary grapefruit honey simple syrup, you can always downsize how much you make. Just combine equal parts sweetener (honey or sugar) and water in a saucepan. If you downsize, you can use less of grapefruit and rosemary.
Our favorite soda water brand, BY FAR, is Spindrift. It’s made with real fruit juice and no funny business. Just look at the difference in ingredients and you will see for yourself!
Why half honey and half sugar? Well, honey is pretty expensive! You can find some ethically harvested brands on Amazon that are relatively affordable, but we tend to save our honey for coffee and tea!
For your grapefruit rind, make sure to get the least amount of the white inner layer. This makes the syrup bitter. You should only get a thin outer layer of grapefruit so the aroma and flavor come through nicely.
Use freshly squeezed grapefruit juice for the best flavor.
Garnish the cocktail with a rosemary sprig and a twist of grapefruit peel for an eye catching presentation.
Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less simple syrup.

Suggested Pairing for a grapefruit honey spritz

Complement the citrusy and herbaceous flavors of the grapefruit honey drop with the smoky goodness of grilled veggie skewers. The cocktail’s zesty grapefruit and rosemary notes harmonize perfectly with the charred and seasoned veggies, creating a delectable balance of tastes.

grapefruit honey spritz

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