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Honey Grapefruit Tequila Spritz Cocktail

Honey Grapefruit Tequila Spritz Cocktail Recipe
This summer spritz blends fresh grapefruit juice, silver tequila, honey syrup, lime, and club soda for a bright, zesty, and refreshing cocktail with just the right balance of sweetness and fizz.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Strainer
  • Jigger or measuring spoons
  • Bar spoon
  • Citrus juicer
  • Glass
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Ice

Ingredients

  • 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice ruby red preferred
  • 1.5 oz tequila silver/blanco
  • 0.5 oz honey syrup equal parts honey and warm water
  • 0.5 oz lime juice fresh
  • 2 oz club soda or sparkling water
  • 1 grapefruit wedge for garnish
  • ice cubes
  • 0.25 oz agave syrup optional, for extra sweetness

Instructions

  • Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
  • Add grapefruit juice, tequila, honey syrup, and lime juice. Add agave syrup if you like it sweeter.
  • Shake until well chilled.
  • Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Top with club soda or sparkling water. Stir gently.
  • Garnish with a grapefruit wedge on the rim.

Notes

Adjust sweetness with extra honey or agave if your grapefruit is tart. Fresh-squeezed juice is best for flavor. For honey syrup, mix equal parts honey and warm water. For a salty kick, rim your glass with salt before building the drink.