Looking for creative iced coffee ideas? Then try this refreshing Grapefruit Coffee Spritz. This sparkling coffee recipe (inspired by Blank Street) is similar to an espresso tonic (only better). It’s very easy to make and very delicious.
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My husband and I were in London earlier this summer and were strolling through Camden Town. It was so hot and crowded that all I could think about was getting away from the crowds of tourists (including myself, haha) and cooling down with a cold drink.
We went into the first coffee shop we found (Blank Street) and ordered two Grapefruit Cold Brew Spritz. And I loved it the moment I took a sip. The delicious drink was the most thirst-quenching iced coffee I’ve ever tasted, and I was immediately hooked.
I couldn’t stop thinking about that delicious drink, and after trying it again on a trip to Washington DC (Blank Street was conveniently located across the street from my hotel), I knew I had to recreate it when I got home. I thought it wouldn’t happen. The result is this Grapefruit Coffee Spritz.
You’ll love this delicious sparkling coffee drink. Grapefruit gives the drink a bright, light, fruity flavor similar to (but better than) an espresso tonic. It’s very refreshing, so it’s a perfect summer coffee for hot days. If you’re an iced coffee lover like me, you probably find yourself drinking iced coffee all year round.
The best thing about this recipe (aside from the delicious taste) is that it’s really easy to make. Once he has one of these drinks, he can gulp it down in less than 5 minutes.
Ready to start drinking? Then keep reading for easy recipes and lots of helpful tips.
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This delicious drink is made with four simple ingredients that can be easily found at most grocery stores. Here’s what you need:
- coffee – This recipe uses plain unsweetened coffee. You can make it with cold brew (commercially available), cold coffee (canned or home brewed and chilled) or espresso. We recommend using one that has a rich flavor but does not have a very strong or bitter taste.This easy-to-find cold brew concentrate It is my favorite. ( cold beer The one I used for these photos was actually a little too dark/strong in my opinion. If you find yourself in a similar situation, reduce your usage a bit. )
- grapefruit – You’ll also need grapefruit juice.It is recommended to use Ocean Spray 100% Grapefruit Juice (not the ruby red variety) and contains no additional ingredients or sweeteners. Freshly squeezed juice is also effective.
- Carbonated water ・You can make slightly carbonated drinks using your favorite carbonated water such as club soda, mineral water, soda water, tonic water, etc.What I usually use is topo chico (This is mineral water) But I also like the neutral flavor of club soda.
- vanilla – just a few drops vanilla extract It gives this cold brew spritz a hint of flavor and sweetness without actually adding sugar.If you want a sweet drink, add a little vanilla syrup Instead.
- optional garnish – If you want to be flashy, slices of dried grapefruit A perfect way to display your finished drink.
This sparkling coffee drink is naturally vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free so everyone at the table can enjoy it.
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You will need measuring cup, plus a tall glass (such as a 16oz tumbler) used to make and serve drinks.i also like to add reusable straws For easy drinking!
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How to make grapefruit coffee
This carbonated coffee is very quick and easy to prepare. A detailed recipe card is below, but here’s a quick overview of the steps:
- Add ice to the glass. First, fill a large glass about three-quarters of the way with ice.
- Add grapefruit juice. Then add grapefruit juice.
- Topping with coffee. After grapefruit juice comes coffee. I like to use equal proportions of coffee and grapefruit juice, but feel free to experiment with this proportion. If your coffee tastes very strong, you may want to reduce the amount of coffee a little.
- Add a few drops of vanilla. Add 2-3 drops of vanilla extract to your coffee. Just enough to add flavor.
- Fill the glass with carbonated water. Finish your drink with sparkling water. Tip: The layers of ingredients look beautiful in the glass, but be sure to stir before drinking to ensure all the flavors mix.
Now you are ready to enjoy your Grapefruit Coffee Spritz. Stir the layered drink well before drinking…you’ll love this refreshing and easy-to-make drink!
Tip: Grapefruit and coffee should balance each other out, not compete with each other. If your coffee has a very strong flavor, you may want to use a little less coffee (for example, 1/4 cup versus 1/3 cup).
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variation
This coffee and grapefruit drink is super easy to customize. Here are some ideas to try.
- coffee – Try different types of coffee and find your favorite! Cold coffee (canned or brewed at home), cold brew, and espresso all work.I like to use store-bought ones to save time cold brew concentrate. Since you add juice or carbonated water, there is no need to dilute it.
- water ・Similarly, various types of carbonated water and carbonated water are also available.prefer to use topo chico, a kind of mineral water. Club soda, seltzer, and soda water are also effective. You can also use tonic water made with quinine. Adds a unique bitterness to the finished drink.
- orange – If you want a different flavor, try making this drink with orange juice instead of grapefruit juice. You can also use lemon juice, but then you will probably need to add a small amount of sweetener.
- sweeter – This Grapefruit Coffee Spritz recipe is naturally sweetened with grapefruit juice, but not overly sweet. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a little homemade simple syrup or vanilla syrup (If using flavored syrup, omit the vanilla extract).
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Related recipes
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- Irish iced coffee – A fun twist on the traditional coffee drink.
- brown sugar shake espresso – Follow this recipe to make a delicious Starbucks copycat at home.
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- australian iced coffee – You’ll love this decadent drink from Down Under that combines cold coffee and ice cream.
- dirty chai latte – Lacking caffeine? Then try this drink that combines spiced tea and coffee.
- coffee cube – Great way to use up leftover coffee.
- iced coffee popsicle – This delicious frozen treat is great on hot days.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Coffee and grapefruit go really well together. The acidity and bright flavor of grapefruit complements the rich and aromatic coffee, creating a light and bright-tasting drink.
Carbonated coffee comes in several varieties depending on the ingredients used to make it, such as sparkling coffee or sparkling Americano (espresso and carbonated water), espresso tonic (espresso and tonic water), and cold brew tonic (cold brew). called by different names. tonic water), coffee spritz (coffee and sparkling water), or coffee soda (coffee and soda water).
Sparkling coffee tastes like foamy iced coffee. It has a lighter flavor than regular coffee and is very refreshing (perfect for hot days).
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grapefruit coffee spritz
Wake up with this refreshing grapefruit and coffee drink…it’s so delicious and takes minutes to make.
Quantity: 1 drink
calorie: 30kcal
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- ⅓ cup grapefruit juice
- ⅓ cup cold coffee (see notes)
- 2-3 drip vanilla extract
- Carbonated water
Instructions
Fill a large glass 3/4 full with ice.
Pour grapefruit juice over ice, then coffee.
Add a few drops of vanilla essence and drink.
Fill the glass with carbonated water. Stir everything together.
Consume immediately. enjoy!
Note
Please use your favorite carbonated water such as club soda, mineral water, soda water, tonic water.What I usually use is Topo Chico Or club soda.
For a sweeter drink, add a little homemade simple syrup or vanilla syrup (If using flavored syrup, omit the vanilla extract).
Be sure to check out the information before this recipe card for helpful tips, variations, and related recipes.
nutrition
calorie: 30kcal
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