Grapefruit Spritzer With Lime And Sparkling Rosé

This delcious grapefruit spritzer recipe features freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, zesty lime, honey, and sparkling rosé. It's the perfect refreshing summer drink!

Why You'll Love This Grapefruit Spritzer

Celebrate the summer months with this vibrant pink grapefruit spritzer! A refreshing blend of freshly squeezed grapefruit and lime, sweetened with a touch of honey, and finished with bubbly rosé. It's an ideal sip for Mother's Day brunch or relaxing poolside on a hot day. Like my other favorite cocktails, the limoncello spritzer and Hugo spritz, this cocktail proves that simple ingredients can deliver extraordinary flavor. Here are some more reasons why you will love this grapefruit spritz recipe:

• Easy to make! We like to keep things simple. This grapefruit spritz has only 4 ingredients and can be made from start to finish in one glass; no cocktail shaker is required.
• Refreshing and delcious flavor. We combine the tartness of fresh grapefruit and lime with a hint of honey sweetness, all crowned with the effervescence of bubbly rosé. Its beautiful blush hue and sweet citrusy flavors are the perfect accompaniment to a Mother's Day celebration or Easter brunch.

Grapefruit Spritzer Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this incredibly refreshing grapefruit spritzer:

Ingredient Notes

• Citrus: It wouldn't be a grapefruit spritzer without the grapefruit juice! The addition of vibrant tart lime juice complements the grapefruit's inherent sweetness and bitterness, resulting in a beautifully balanced and complex flavor profile. I strongly encourage you to use freshly squeezed red grapefruit and lime juice – the difference in taste is remarkable. A standard grapefruit typically yields around ¾ cup of juice (5-6 ounces).
• Sweetener: Adding a small amount of honey helps balance the tartness of the citrus. If you're not a fan of using honey in cocktails, you can always substitute an equal amount of cane sugar or simple syrup.
• Bubbly: Italian Prosecco rosé sparkling wine adds depth, flavor, and bubbles. For a non-alcoholic version, you could use club soda or sparkling water. 
• Garnish:  Adding frozen lime slices and grapefruit wedges is a great way to keep your spritzer cool while adding a sophisticated garnish. Other garnish options include a sprig of rosemary, thyme, or edible flowers.

Find the printable recipe card with full instructions and measurements below.

How To Make A Grapefruit Spritzer

Here are the steps to making the best grapefruit spritzer:

• Step 1: Combine the grapefruit juice, lime juice, and honey. To a large wine glass, add 3 ounces of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, 1 teaspoon of fresh lime juice, and 1 teaspoon of honey. Stir until the honey dissolves.

• Step 2: Add the ice, bubbly, and garnish. Fill the glass halfway with ice cubes and top with 3 ounces of Prosecco rosé. Give the drink a quick stir. Garnish with a slice of lime and a wedge of grapefruit. Serve.

Make A Large Batch Of Grapefruit Spritzer

Hosting a crowd or dinner party? Here are the proportions for making a large batch of this easy-to-love recipe:

Servings: 8

• 1 bottle of Prosecco rosé: A standard bottle of Prosecco typically contains 750ml of liquid. This volume is equivalent to approximately 25 fluid ounces.
• 3 cups of grapefruit juice (4-5 large grapefruits): 1 large grapefruit yields around 5-6 ounces of juice (¾ cup).
• 2 ½ tablespoons lime juice (2 limes): Each lime yields around 2-3 tablespoons of lime juice.
• 2 ½ tablespoons honey: You can also use an equal amount of cane sugar.

Instructions:

• To prepare a large batch, combine 3 cups (24 ounces) of fresh grapefruit juice, 2.5 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, and 2.5 tablespoons of honey in a large pitcher. Stir until the honey or sugar dissolves.
• Divide 3 ounces of the grapefruit mixture among 8 wine glasses filled halfway with ice.
• Top each glass with 3 ounces of Prosecco. Garnish with lime and grapefruit slices. Serve immediately.

More Summer Spritz Recipes You'll Love

• Lemon Spritzer (Limoncello Spritz): A refreshing, sweet, and citrusy lemon liquor with bubbly.
• Aperol Spritz: The classic 3-2-1 recipe. Always a crowd favorite.
• Grapefruit Aperol Spritz: A delcious blend of bitter Aperol, tart grapefruit juice, and bubbly Prosecco.
• Hugo Spritz: Elderflower liquor with mint and lime, topped with Processo.

I hope you love this grapefruit spritzer recipe as much as I do! If you make it, I’d love to hear how it turned out in the comment box below. Your review will help other readers in the community.

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