Sweet Ruby Red

Elevate your refreshment game with the *Sweet Ruby Red*, a dazzling and thirst-quenching beverage bursting with citrusy zest and natural sweetness. This vibrant drink combines the tart tang of freshly squeezed ruby red grapefruit juice with a hint of honey (or agave syrup for a vegan twist), balanced by the crisp effervescence of sparkling water. Freshly muddled mint adds a fragrant, botanical layer, while ice keeps it cool and invigorating. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is perfect for warm afternoons, brunch gatherings, or anytime you crave a revitalizing treat. Garnished with ruby red grapefruit slices, it’s as stunning to look at as it is to sip. Prepare to wow your taste buds with this easy, all-natural grapefruit mocktail!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Ruby red grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 cup Sparkling water
• 2 tablespoons Honey (or agave syrup for vegan option)
• 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 2 slices Ruby red grapefruit slices (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the honey (or agave syrup) with 2 tablespoons of the freshly squeezed ruby red grapefruit juice. Mix well until the honey is dissolved. Set aside.

Step 2

In a tall pitcher, add the remaining ruby red grapefruit juice. Stir in the honey-grapefruit mixture until well combined.

Step 3

Gently crush the fresh mint leaves using a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their aromatic oils. Do not over-muddle; just bruise the leaves slightly.

Step 4

Add the crushed mint leaves to the pitcher with the grapefruit juice.

Step 5

Pour in the sparkling water and stir gently to combine.

Step 6

Fill two glasses with ice cubes. Pour the Sweet Ruby Red mixture over the ice, dividing it evenly between the two glasses.

Step 7

Garnish each glass with a slice of ruby red grapefruit and an extra mint leaf if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Sweet Ruby Red drink!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1106g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	362.4

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 20.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 83.6g
Protein 4.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.6mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 1052.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.0%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 94.6%