Spicy Grapefruit Mocktail
A refreshing and zesty mocktail featuring fresh grapefruit, a kick of jalapeño, and aromatic rosemary, perfect for hot summer days and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large grapefruit, freshly squeezed
- A sprig of fresh rosemary
- 1 small jalapeño, sliced
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or agave
- Sparkling water (lime-flavored or unflavored)
- Plenty of ice
- Optional: coarse salt for the rim, extra rosemary sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Squeeze the grapefruit into a pitcher, avoiding seeds.
- Add jalapeño slices and rosemary, muddle together to combine flavors.
- Stir in honey or agave until dissolved.
- Add ice to individual glasses.
- Pour the grapefruit mixture halfway into the glasses, then top with sparkling water.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or heat as desired.
- Optional: run a grapefruit wedge around the rim and dip in salt.
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig and jalapeño round. Enjoy!
Notes
Customize with different herbs or sweeteners as preferred. Can be made ahead of time; just add sparkling water before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: mocktail, grapefruit, refreshing drink, summer beverage, non-alcoholic drink