Description
The Charred Grapefruit Fizz is a smoky, bitter-sweet, alcohol-free cocktail. Grilled grapefruit adds a caramelized twist for a refreshing, next-level drink!
Ingredients
For the Charred Grapefruit Fizz:
- 1 large grapefruit, halved
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 oz rosemary simple syrup (see recipe below), can sub with plain simple syrup
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- Sparkling water (grapefruit, lemon, or plain)
- Ice
- Garnishes (optional): rosemary sprig, grapefruit wedge
For the Rosemary Simple Syrup:
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup water
- 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary
Instructions
For the Charred Grapefruit Fizz:
- Char the grapefruit. Sprinkle the cut sides of the grapefruit lightly with sugar (optional step; this helps with caramelization). Place cut-side down on a hot skillet or grill pan until caramelized and slightly charred, about 3–4 minutes.
- Let the grapefruit cool slightly (3-5 minutes), then squeeze out the juice.
- In a shaker or mixing glass, combine 2 oz charred grapefruit juice, rosemary simple syrup, and lemon juice. Add ice and shake or stir to chill.
- Strain into an ice-filled glass. Top with sparkling water. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and/or a grapefruit wedge.
For the Rosemary Simple Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and rosemary.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and let the rosemary steep for 15–20 minutes. Strain and cool completely before using.
Notes
This mocktail is only one serving, but you can make a larger batch and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just make sure to give it a good stir before serving, as the ingredients may settle. I don’t recommend keeping it for longer as the sparkling water will lose its fizz and the flavors may start to change.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Steeping Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American