Gelatin Free Classic Grapefruit Sparkling Water
Bright, citrusy, and genuinely refreshing, this homemade sparkling grapefruit drink is the kind of thing you'll want to keep on rotation all year long. The secret is a quick stovetop syrup made with real grapefruit zest and juice, which gives it a depth of flavor that no store-bought version can match. Steeping the zest in the warm syrup pulls out those fragrant, slightly bitter citrus oils that make every sip feel a little fancy. Many flavored sparkling waters and sodas sneak in additives or stabilizers that can be a concern for anyone avoiding animal-derived thickeners, but this recipe is built entirely from fruit, sugar, water, and bubbles ā nothing hidden, nothing questionable. Straining the syrup before combining it with the sparkling water keeps the texture perfectly clean and smooth. A gentle stir preserves the carbonation so your drink stays lively right up until the last sip. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit wedge and you've got something that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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