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    Grapefruit Cocktail

    Published: May 7, 2021 by Amanda · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

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    three champagne glasses with grapefruit cocktail and grapefruit wedge
    overhead view and side view of a champagne flute filled with grapefruit cocktail

    This grapefruit cocktail is light, refreshing, and the best brunch cocktail that is also one of the best cocktails for mother's day! Fresh grapefruit juice is topped with elderflower liqueur and prosecco for a fruity, floral cocktail with just the right amount of fizz!

    three stemless champagne flutes with grapefruit cocktail and grapefruit wedges
    grapefruit cocktail with prosecco

    This grapefruit prosecco cocktail is one of my favorites and if you love grapefruit, you definitely need to try it. It's super easy to make and you only need three ingredients! It's perfectly fruity, floral, and fizzy, not to mention it looks beautiful too.

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    • 🥂 Ingredient notes
    • 🔪 Step by step instructions
    • ⭐ Top tip
    • 📋 Variations
    • 🥂 More cocktail recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    🥂 Ingredient notes

    • Grapefruit juice - I recommend using fresh grapefruit juice for this recipe if you can. However, if you can only buy it bottled, that is fine too. I find some bottled grapefruit juice to be bitter so I always try to squeeze fresh grapefruits if I can. You will need 4 ounces of juice for two drinks, which you should be able to get from 1-2 grapefruits.
    • Elderflower liqueur - Elderflower liqueur can be found in most stores that sell liquor. It is made from elderflower petals, a small white flower that blooms in the Spring and Summer. The liquid is slightly sweetened, perfectly floral, and has just a hint of citrus.
    • Prosecco - Prosecco is a sparkling wine made in Italy. It's one of my favorites, so that is my "fizz" of choice. Alternatively, you can use dry champagne or another sparkling wine.

    🔪 Step by step instructions

    First, juice your grapefruits and strain the juice to remove any pulp. (If you are using store-bought grapefruit juice, this step can be skipped). Next, add the juice to your champagne flutes and top with the elderflower liqueur.

    stemless champagne glass with grapefruit juice in it
    grapefruit juice and elderflower liqueur

    Lastly, finish off the drinks with the prosecco.

    bottle pouring prosecco in a glass
    prosecco for grapefruit cocktail

    Enjoy responsibly!

    champagne glass with grapefruit cocktail and wedge of grapefruit
    finished grapefruit cocktail

    If you ever don't recognize a tool or skill that I mention, be sure to look it up in the Glossary of Cooking Terms and Definitions for more information.


    ⭐ Top tip

    Strain your fresh grapefruit juice to remove any seeds and large amounts of pulp.

    three glasses with cocktail made with grapefruit juice
    grapefruit prosecco cocktail

    📋 Variations

    • For a crowd - In a punch bowl or large beverage pitcher, combine 3 cups (24 ounces) of grapefruit juice with ¾ cup (6 ounces) of elderflower liqueur and stir together. Top with 2 - 750 ml bottles of prosecco. Freeze slices of fresh grapefruit to use as a garnish and to help keep the punch cold. This will make approximately 12 drinks.
    • Mocktail - Make a non-alcoholic version of this drink by omitting the elderflower liqueur and replacing the prosecco with club soda.

    For a quick overview of this recipe, check out my web story for this grapefruit prosecco cocktail!

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    If you loved this recipe for my sparkling grapefruit cocktail, try these other homemade drinks that I know you will love too!

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    📖 Recipe

    champagne flute with grapefruit cocktail topped with wedge of grapefruit

    Grapefruit Cocktail

    Amanda
    This grapefruit cocktail is light, refreshing, and the best brunch cocktail that is also one of the best cocktails for mother's day! Fresh grapefruit juice is topped with elderflower liqueur and prosecco for a fruity, floral cocktail with just the right amount of fizz!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 133 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 ounces fresh grapefruit juice approximately 1-2 medium grapefruits
    • 1 ounce elderflower liqueur
    • 8 ounces prosecco see note below

    Instructions
     

    • Juice grapefruit(s) to get fresh juice and strain to remove any large amounts of pulp. Pour 2 ounces of juice into each serving glass.
    • Add ½ ounce of elderflower liqueur to each glass and then top each glass with 4 ounces of prosecco.

    Notes

    • Dry champagne or another sparkling wine can be used as an alternative to prosecco.
    • For a non-alcoholic version, omit the elderflower liqueur and replace the prosecco with club soda.
    • For a crowd - combine 3 cups (24 ounces) of grapefruit juice with ¾ cup (6 ounces) of elderflower liqueur in a punch bowl or beverage pitcher. Top with 2 - 750 ml bottles of prosecco. Freeze slices of fresh grapefruit to use for garnish and to keep punch cold. Serves 12. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1drinkCalories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 192mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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