AKA the Ultimate Summer Refreshment.
It’s perfectly timed with the crazy cold front that decided to roll through Denver last night. I almost had to turn the heat on in the house, which I am not ok with in August. Way too soon… I want fall to come before I start freezing to death! Apparently we are in for a brutal winter… I’ll be clinging to every warm moment I can from now until I absolutely have to turn on the heat in my house.
With a glass of this boozy grapefruit sparkling lemonade in hand, of course.
Simple cocktails like this are exactly what I like to pull out when I’m either A) ambushed by a group of guests, B) going to a party and have been asked to bring a drink or C) am too exhausted to even try to function… The grapefruit and lemon really pack a zing in each sip and since I’ve been addicted to anything acidic lately, it’s become a necessary component of my daily life.
Plus it’s sparkling and that just makes me smile. 🙂
Note: you can also make this without the vodka. I’ve had a glass every morning (without vodka, I swear) every day for the past week – SO good.
P.S. Have you been keeping up with #weekofsundaes for Ice Cream Week? Because some of the ice cream recipes are completely blowing my mind… Don’t forget to enter the giveaway too!
Boozy Grapefruit Sparkling Lemonade
ingredients
- Juice of 1 grapefruit
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 6 oz vodka
- 3 cups sparkling water
- Extra slices of grapefruit and lemon
instructions
- Combine juices, sugar and vodka in a pitcher. Stir until the sugar has dissolved completely. When ready to serve, fill the pitcher with ice and top with sparkling water. Stir and top with slices of grapefruit and lemon.
about meghan
Meghan Yager is the recipe developer, food photographer, and creative force behind Cake ‘n Knife, where everyday moments are celebrated with bold, flavor-forward recipes. From cozy cocktails to bold appetizers and indulgent desserts, her approachable style brings people together around food worth sharing. Meghan’s work has been featured by Good Housekeeping, Oprah Daily, Today, Woman’s Day, and The Huffington Post. She lives in Denver, where she brings big flavor and a little sass to every bite.
Looks so refreshing! I’m excited for fall, but already dreading winter 🙁