Cocktail Grapefruit Sparkling Punch
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This recipe and photography were provided by partner Melissa’s Produce.
This refreshing grapefruit vodka punch is the kind of crowd-pleasing drink that feels effortless but still special. Made with fresh citrus, fragrant mint, and a homemade ginger-mint syrup, it strikes the perfect balance between bright, crisp, and lightly sweet.
It’s an ideal make-ahead option for gatherings, brunches, or any celebration that calls for something bubbly and refreshing. Served over ice with a mint garnish, this punch is simple, elegant, and made for sharing.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- This drink features in-season Cocktail Grapefruit. Cocktail Grapefruit are exceptionally sweet and juicy, a delicious cross between Frua Mandarins and Pummelos that’s far less acidic than traditional grapefruit.
- It easily converts into a mocktail because the ginger, mint, citrus and bubbles are already doing the heavy lifting!
- Want to kick up the citrus? You can substitute Heinen’s Club Soda for Heinen’s Lime, Lemon, or Tangerine Sparkling Water. If you opt for Sparkling Water over Club Soda, add a pinch of salt to the pitcher.
Cocktail Grapefruit Sparkling Punch
Cook time: 14min Prep time: 5min Total time: 20
Servings: 14-16
Ingredients
- 2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 cup Cold Water
- 1 (2-inch) piece Melissa’s Fresh Ginger, sliced
- 2 cup (packed) Melissa’s Fresh Mint
- 1 (1 liter) bottle Vodka
- 6 Melissa’s Cocktail Grapefruit
- 2 Limes
- 1 (1 liter) bottle Club Soda
Instructions
- In a saucepan, add the sugar, water, and ginger. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and remove from the heat.
- Stir in the mint and set aside to steep for 30 minutes.
- Strain the syrup you have made and discard the mint and ginger. Let cool.
- In a large pitcher or punch bowl, add the vodka and the juice from the grapefruit and limes.
- Stir in the syrup and the club soda & serve over ice with a mint garnish.
Note: To make this punch non-alcoholic, you can swap vodka for something that still adds body to the mix. Try 3 cups of ginger tea and 1-2 cups grapefruit juice (to taste).
