Description
A bright, citrus-forward mocktail combining tart grapefruit and aromatic basil for a sophisticated non-alcoholic drink.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 fl oz (180 ml) freshly squeezed ruby grapefruit juice (about 1 large grapefruit)
- 2 fl oz (60 ml) chilled filtered water or unflavored sparkling water
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 6–8 fresh basil leaves, bruised or finely chopped (reserve 1 sprig for garnish)
- Ice cubes, large for slow dilution
- 1 small grapefruit wedge or peel twist, thinly sliced
- Extra basil sprig for aroma
Instructions
- Prepare the basil syrup: combine sugar and 2 tbsp water in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until sugar dissolves and add bruised basil leaves. Warm gently for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature, then strain out solids.
- Juice the grapefruit: halve and press firmly, then strain through a fine sieve for clear juice.
- Build the drink: in a chilled highball glass, add 1 tbsp basil syrup, 6 fl oz grapefruit juice, and 2 fl oz sparkling water. Add ice cubes.
- Stir gently to integrate syrup and juice; garnish with basil sprig and grapefruit twist. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly squeezed grapefruit for the best flavor. Chill glasses for optimal presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Modern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg