Lupin Free Classic Grapefruit Sparkling Water
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this homemade sparkling drink is the kind of thing that makes plain water feel like a distant memory. A simple grapefruit syrup ā made by gently warming sugar, water, fresh zest, and juice together ā gives every sip a bold, tangy depth that no store-bought version can quite match. The syrup steeps off the heat so the zest has time to fully infuse before being strained out, leaving behind a beautifully clear, fragrant base. Stirred gently into chilled sparkling water, it keeps its fizz and delivers that satisfying effervescence in every glass. For anyone navigating ingredient labels on flavored drinks and sodas, making your own means you know exactly what's in it ā just sugar, water, and real grapefruit. Serve it over ice with a fresh grapefruit wedge and it looks as good as it tastes, whether you're hosting brunch or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon.
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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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