
Bright, citrusy, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling drink is the kind of thing you'll want to keep in the fridge all week. A quick homemade grapefruit syrup ā made by gently dissolving sugar with fresh grapefruit juice and zest ā gives it a depth of flavor that no store-bought soda can match. The syrup is brought just to a simmer rather than a rolling boil, which keeps the citrus notes clean and vibrant instead of bitter. Staying hydrated during pregnancy can feel like a chore when plain water gets old, and this is a genuinely exciting way to hit your fluid goals without any caffeine or artificial ingredients to second-guess. The ingredient list is short and completely transparent, so there's no hunting through labels or wondering what's actually in your glass. Served over ice with a fresh grapefruit wedge, it looks beautiful enough to set out for guests but takes almost no effort to pull together.
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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.
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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