Raise a glass to all of the father figures in your life with a little extra vitamin C on Father's Day. This refreshing spritz is simple to recreate at home and sure to be a crowd pleaser, all sweltering summer long.
Prep time: 5 minutes (plus chilling time)
Cook time: 5 minutes
Ready in: 10 minutes
Serving size: 2 drinks
Ingredients
● 1/4 cup honey
● 1/4 cup water
● 10 mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
● 1/2 cup grapefruit juice
● 1/2 cup prosecco or sparkling wine (optional)
● Club soda or seltzer water of choice
● Grapefruit slices for garnish
1. Make a mint simple syrup by combining sugar, water and mint leaves in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to simmer, then strain and chill completely before assembling your cocktails.
2. Fill 2 glasses with ice. Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of mint simple syrup into each glass and fill each with 1/4 cup grapefruit juice. Top off with prosecco (if desired) and a splash of club soda or seltzer. Garnish with grapefruit slices and fresh mint.
Cheers!