Beef Free Classic Grapefruit Sparkling Water
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this homemade sparkling grapefruit drink is the kind of thing you'll want to keep in the fridge all week. A quick grapefruit syrup made from real zest and fresh juice gives it a depth of flavor that no store-bought can or bottle can match. The syrup steeps off the heat so the zest has time to fully infuse, pulling out every bit of that floral, slightly bitter citrus character before it ever meets the bubbles. Stirring the sparkling water in gently at the end keeps things lively and fizzy right up until the first sip. Served over ice with a fresh grapefruit wedge, it looks as good as it tastes ā effortlessly elegant for a weeknight or a weekend gathering. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and completely free of any animal products, so it works beautifully for anyone navigating dietary restrictions without sacrificing a single drop of flavor.
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4 servings
For the grapefruit syrup
- Ā½ cup granulated sugar
- Ā½ cup water
- 1 large grapefruit, zested and juiced (about Ā¾ cup juice)
To assemble
- 1 bottle (32 oz) sparkling water, chilled
- ice, for serving
For serving
- grapefruit slices or wedges, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar, water, grapefruit zest, and grapefruit juice in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3ā4 minutes. Do not boil.
- 2
Remove from heat and let the syrup steep for 15ā20 minutes, until cooled to room temperature and the zest flavor has infused.
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