Bourbon Grapefruit Fizz
A tart and effervescent cocktail balancing bourbon's depth with fresh grapefruit juice and a touch of sweetness. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Bourbon, Fresh grapefruit juice, Simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Bourbon
- 3 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz Simple syrup
- 3 oz Club soda
- 1 Grapefruit twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz bourbon, 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup with ice.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well-chilled and frothy.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice, top with 3 oz club soda, stir gently once, and garnish with a grapefruit twist.








