Gulf Stream Ginger-Citrus Fizz
Grapefruit and orange juice meet fresh ginger and bubbles. Whiskey—especially bourbon—pairs well with the ginger and citrus; vodka is a lighter option. Add 1 fl oz (30 ml) to an adult glass only.
Food safety
Cool syrup promptly and refrigerate it; wash ginger before grating.
Equipment
- Small saucepan or heat-safe cup
- fine strainer
- pitcher
- grater
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 1 cup pink grapefruit juice (240 ml)
- 1 cup orange juice (240 ml)
- 2 cups chilled sparkling water (480 ml)
- 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
- 2 cups ice (280 g)
- ¼ cup sugar and ¼ cup (60 ml) water for ginger syrup (50 g)
Directions
Warm sugar, water, and grated ginger in a small pan for 3 to 4 minutes; do not boil hard.
Strain and cool the syrup, then refrigerate until cold.
Mix grapefruit and orange juice in a pitcher.
Stir in ginger syrup a teaspoon at a time until the flavor is right.
Add sparkling water just before serving over ice.
Skill taught
Infusing a simple syrup with fresh ginger.
Affordable substitution
Use 1 tablespoon bottled ginger juice or a small splash of ginger beer; reduce sweetener if using ginger beer.
Optional variation
Garnish with a thin orange slice. Adult pairing note: Whiskey—especially bourbon—pairs well with the ginger and citrus; vodka is a lighter option. Add 1 fl oz (30 ml) to an adult glass only.
Leftovers and storage
Refrigerate the juice base up to 2 days; keep extra ginger syrup covered for up to 1 week.