However, if you prefer a sweeter cocktail, you can add a teaspoon of maple syrup or honey. I purposely left out simple syrup in this recipe, as the grapefruit juice is sweet. Gin and tequila both pair well with grapefruit juice and would be delicious here. But, herbs like mint or basil would be delicious as a substitute. I love rosemary, and because of its piney and woodsy flavor, it pairs really well with citrus. If you're a rosemary fan, check out my sourdough discard focaccia, and lemon rosemary shortbread. Rosemary sprigs - I have a rosemary plant in my backyard so I snipped a few sprigs from that, but you can find fresh rosemary easily at your local market (or farmers market).You could also use grapefruit-flavored sparkling water, or just regular sparkling water as well. Sparkling water - I used lemon-flavored sparkling water.But, store-bought juice will work just fine! Grapefruit juice - If you live somewhere where grapefruit is plentiful and/or cheap, using fresh juice makes a difference since we are only using a few simple ingredients.Smirnoff and Tito's are both quality, affordable brands. Vodka - I prefer Absolut Vodka, but any brand of vodka will do.For more refreshing beverages, try my cucumber lemon ginger water, strawberry basil lemonade, and dairy free smoothie! We skip the simple syrup in an effort to make this grapefruit vodka drink light and refreshing. Sophisticated, fun, & refreshing grapefruit cocktail.No fancy equipment is needed, and just 4 simple ingredients can create the perfect cocktail for brunch, happy hour or a festive gathering. Because we don't muddle the rosemary into our cocktail, but instead use it as a garnish, it becomes a subtle background note. Grapefruit juice adds a tart-sweet-bitter flavor, sparkling water provides bubbles to almost turn it into a spritzer, and rosemary sprigs add a subtle herbyness that complements the grapefruit juice. □ How To Make Grapefruit Vodka Cocktail.It's like a greyhound, but more sophisticated. I love a light and refreshing pink grapefruit cocktail anytime of the year, but by adding fresh rosemary and sparkling water, we elevate it to something much more beautiful, bubbly, and fun. You really can't go wrong when it comes to grapefruit juice and vodka! However, no one will mind if you serve it during the warm summer months as well. ![]() This festive and easy grapefruit cocktail is perfect for citrus season when you need to get through the long dark days of winter. ![]() ![]() With no added sugar, no fancy equipment needed, and just 4 simple ingredients, you can create the perfect cocktail for brunch, happy hour or a festive gathering. This pink grapefruit vodka cocktail is light and refreshing, with subtle herby flavor from woodsy rosemary.
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