Rosy Afternoon Spritz
A lightly bitter, blushing spritz perfect for golden hour sipping—rosé meets grapefruit with a splash of fizz.
BRIGHT | BITTER | REFRESHING
📝 Description
This easy, breezy spritz is made with dry rosé wine, crisp Fever-Tree grapefruit soda, and a splash of soda water to keep it refreshing. It’s the perfect low-effort cocktail for picnics, brunches, or just watching the sunset on your patio. Think of it as summer in a glass.
🍽️ Servings: 1 cocktail
⏱️ Prep Time: 2 minutes
🧊 Chill Time: None
📅 Total Time: 2 minutes
🍸 Glass Type: Wine glass or large rocks glass
🥄 Ingredients
3 oz dry rosé wine (chilled)
2 oz Fever-Tree grapefruit soda (chilled)
1 oz club soda or sparkling water (chilled)
Grapefruit wheel or twist (for garnish)
Ice
👩🍳 Directions
Fill the Glass
Add a generous amount of ice to a wine glass or rocks glass.Build the Drink
Pour in 3 oz rosé wine, followed by 2 oz Fever-Tree grapefruit soda. Top with 1 oz club soda.Stir & Garnish
Stir gently to combine. Garnish with a grapefruit slice or twist.
🌿 Optional Garnishes or Serving Suggestions
A sprig of rosemary or thyme for a herbal note
Edible flower for a brunch-worthy flourish
Serve in a pitcher for easy entertaining
Use that frozen fruit to garnish the cocktail
🧂 Variations & Tips
For a slightly sweeter version, use pink Moscato rosé
Want more bitter edge? Add a splash of Aperol or dry vermouth
Don’t have Fever-Tree? Use a blend of fresh grapefruit juice + simple syrup
💡 Notes & Hacks
Pitcher Hack: Scale up and mix everything but the soda in a pitcher; top each glass with bubbles at serving
Serving Tip: Chill all ingredients well before assembling for the best flavor
Glassware Swap: Try it in a coupe with crushed ice for a glam presentation
📷 Photo
📓 Additional Notes
Storage: Best made fresh
Freezer-friendly: No
Inspired by: Lazy summer days and rosé all day with Josh Stucky
📬 Sip Something Rosy
Perfect for impromptu happy hours and rosé lovers alike, this spritz is as easy to make as it is to drink. If you enjoyed this cocktail, tap ❤️, leave a comment, or subscribe for more seasonal sips and easy entertaining ideas!
You had me at grapefruit and rose :-)