Grapefruit Thyme Spritzer
Ingredients
- 1 cup grapefruit juice
- 1/2 cup thyme syrup see recipe below
- 2 cups soda water
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish
Thyme Syrup Recipe:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the grapefruit juice and thyme syrup. Stir well to combine.
- Add the soda water to the pitcher and stir gently to combine.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the grapefruit thyme spritzer over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh thyme.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Thyme Syrup Recipe:
- In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
- Add the fresh thyme leaves to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the thyme flavor has infused into the syrup.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
- Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the thyme leaves.
- Store the thyme syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
The combination of grapefruit juice and thyme syrup creates a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to please any palate. And with the addition of soda water, this spritzer is light and bubbly, making it the perfect drink to sip on all day long.
To make this spritzer, simply combine grapefruit juice and thyme syrup in a large pitcher, then add soda water and stir gently. Pour over ice and garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme for a beautiful and fragrant presentation.
And don’t forget to make the thyme syrup! This simple syrup is easy to make and adds a delicious herbal flavor to any drink. Simply simmer water, sugar, and fresh thyme leaves until the thyme flavor has infused into the syrup, then strain and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
So next time you’re looking for a refreshing and unique drink to serve, give this Grapefruit Thyme Spritzer a try. Your guests will thank you!