Grapefruit Rosemary Spritzer
Ingredients
Flavoured syrup
2 large grapefruit
2 cups (330 g) fresh pineapple chunks
6 large sprigs fresh rosemary
½ cup (120 mL) water
⅓ cup (67 g) granulated sugar
Soda
1½ cups (360 mL) grapefruit juice
3 cups (720 mL) carbonated water
3 cups (333 g) ice cubes
Optional garnish
grapefruit wedges
rosemary sprigs
Directions
Start with zesting the grapefruit. Reserve the zest for later.
To a medium saucepan, add the juice from the same grapefruit, along with the pineapple, rosemary, water, and sugar. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat, and cook uncovered at a gentle simmer for 10 – 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Next, we can add the grapefruit zest to the saucepan. By now the pineapples should have softened as well, so using a wooden spoon or wooden tamper, mash the pieces of pineapple to release its juices and flavour.
Place a sieve over a bowl and strain the mixture, using the back of a spoon to press out as much liquid from the mixture into the bowl as possible. Let this cool off completely, first on the counter, then in the fridge.
To make the drinks, divide the ice between the glasses and for each cup add 1 part of the flavoured syrup, 1 part grapefruit juice, 2 parts carbonated water. Garnish with grapefruit wedges, and rosemary sprigs, and enjoy!