Grapefruit Green Tea Sparkler
This Grapefruit Green Tea Sparkler is a cinch to make with just a few ingredients and boasts a vibrant, zesty flavor you’ll crave. Perfect for new vegans or anyone looking for a quick and satisfying summer treat.
As a tea lover, I’m always finding ways to upgrade my daily brew. This sparkler hits all the right notes on a hot day – refreshing, slightly sweet, and a little bit fancy.
Ingredients & Substitutions
You can find the full printable recipe, including ingredient quantities, below. But first, here are some explanations of ingredients and steps to help you make this recipe perfect every time.
- Green tea: Use your favorite kind – jasmine or sencha are both lovely.
- Grapefruit: Ruby red grapefruits offer the sweetest flavor.
- Sweetener: Optional! Maple syrup or agave work well.
How to Make Grapefruit Green Tea
See the recipe card below for the full recipe, but here is a synopsis of the steps:
- Brew your tea: Steep a green tea bag in hot water (not boiling).
- Zest and juice: Get that grapefruit ready for action!
- Assemble: Put grapefruit slices in glasses, add ice.
- Combine: Mix your tea with the grapefruit zest, juice, and sweetener (if using). Pour into glasses.
- Sparkle it up: Top with sparkling water and a sprig of mint or basil for extra flair!
What Makes This Recipe Shine?
- Quick Treat: Takes about five minutes!
- Flavorful Zing: The grapefruit delivers a delightful burst of tartness.
- Totally Adaptable: Adjust sweetness or add other fruit for fun variations.
Serving Suggestions
This drink is so refreshing! You’ll want to serve it at your favorite get-togethers, such as:
- Poolside relaxation
- Serve this as part of your next Vegan Brunch with friends
- Light dessert after dinner.
Storage Tips
This sparkler is best enjoyed immediately. Make the tea concentrate ahead of time and store it in the fridge for quick assembly later.
Marly’s Tips
- Using room-temperature sparkling water will keep those bubbles lively.
- For a stronger grapefruit flavor, let your tea steep with the zest in it.
- Experiment! A splash of elderberry syrup makes it sweet. Better yet? Elderflower liqueur turns this into a delightful cocktail.
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Grapefruit Green Tea Sparkler
Ingredients
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 green tea bag
- 1 fresh grapefruit
- 1 teaspoon sweetener (optional)
- 1 cup sparkling water
Instructions
- Make the Tea: Heat water in a saucepan or microwave until hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and add the green tea bag. Steep for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Grapefruit: 1) Zest half of the grapefruit to achieve around 1 teaspoon of zest. 2) Cut the grapefruit in half and juice the zested half. 3) Cut the remaining half into slices.
- Prepare Glasses: Arrange grapefruit slices into 2 glasses. Add ice to the glasses until they are half filled.
- Finish the Juice: Remove tea bag from the water and discard. Add the grapefruit zest and juice. Stir in sweetener. Pour this juice into each glass, filling them halfway.
- Make it Sparkle: Top each glass with sparkling water. Add a mint or basil sprig for a pop of color.
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Notes
The nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator and should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.