Grapefruit and Rosemary Spritz Cocktail Recipe

Honestly, I love whipping up simple cocktails that just feel fresh and inviting. This grapefruit and rosemary spritz has quickly become one of my go-to drinks.

It’s a light, citrusy drink with a subtle herbal kick, and you can mix it up at home in just a few minutes. The way the tart grapefruit and fragrant rosemary come together—it’s refreshing, but not overly sweet.

Whenever I want something easy but still a little special, this spritz just works. The ingredients are straightforward, the steps are quick, and somehow the result always looks and tastes like it came from a fancy café.

It’s great for a warm afternoon, or honestly, as a starter before dinner. You’ll see how to make it step by step, what you need to prep, and what flavors to expect once you take that first sip.

This way, you can enjoy a cocktail that feels both homemade and a little elevated, with zero complicated techniques.

Grapefruit And Rosemary Spritz Cocktail Recipe

I like this drink because it’s fresh, light, and honestly, super easy to throw together. The mix of grapefruit, rosemary, and bubbles makes for a crisp cocktail that just works, whether you’re winding down or having a few friends over.

Equipment

• Cocktail shaker – I use this to mix the juice, syrup, and lime before adding bubbles.
• Jigger or measuring tool – This helps me keep the flavors balanced.
• Bar spoon – I stir gently so the drink stays light and fizzy.
• Strainer – I pour through this to catch any ice or stray rosemary bits.
• Citrus juicer – Fresh grapefruit juice is just better than bottled, trust me.
• Small saucepan – I make honey syrup here with equal parts honey and water.
• Glass – A stemmed wine glass or a big tumbler both work for serving.
• Ice – I always go for plenty of fresh ice to keep the spritz cold.

Ingredients

• 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
• 0.5 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
• 3 oz chilled prosecco
• 1 oz club soda
• 1 fresh rosemary sprig for garnish
• 1 grapefruit wedge for garnish
• Ice cubes

I usually reach for pink grapefruit because it’s a bit sweeter, though white grapefruit works if that’s all you’ve got. The rosemary sprig adds a lovely aroma, and the prosecco plus soda keep things really light.

Instructions

• Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
• Add grapefruit juice, lime juice, and honey syrup.
• Shake for about 10 seconds until everything’s nice and cold.
• Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
• Top with prosecco and then club soda.
• Stir gently with a bar spoon to mix it up.
• Garnish with a rosemary sprig and a grapefruit wedge.
• Serve right away, while the bubbles are still lively.

Notes

I find tweaking the honey syrup is the easiest way to change the sweetness—if I want it less sweet, I just use a little less syrup.

Using chilled prosecco and soda is key. Warm bubbles just don’t have the same pop.

For the garnish, sometimes I’ll clap the rosemary sprig between my hands before adding it. It sounds odd, but it really brings out the aroma.

If I’m out of prosecco, I’ll just swap in another dry sparkling wine. As long as it’s not too sweet, the flavor stays pretty balanced.

Tasting Notes

So, the first sip hits me as crisp and pretty refreshing. That grapefruit brings in this bright citrus kick—just a little tart, but not in an overwhelming way.

There’s rosemary in there too, and it’s subtle. It sneaks in with a gentle herbal note, kind of grounding the citrus and leaving this earthy trace on my tongue.

Honestly, the bubbles do a lot here. They sort of lift up all the flavors and make the whole thing feel light—almost effortless to drink.

The taste actually shifts as you go. At first, it’s really the grapefruit that’s front and center, but then the rosemary creeps up and leaves this soft, savory finish.

I appreciate that the sweetness never gets out of hand. It stays mild, so every sip keeps that clean, refreshing vibe going.