Citrus-Chili Sparkler with Grapefruit Essence

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A vibrant cocktail combining the brightness of fresh grapefruit with a subtle chili kick and sparkling bubbles for a refreshing finish. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together fresh grapefruit juice, tequila blanco, agave 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 1.5 oz tequila blanco, 0.5 oz agave syrup, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.25 oz chili-infused simple syrup.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  4. Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing carbonation.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a thin wheel of grapefruit perched on the rim and a small fresh red chili sliced lengthwise, placed alongside the wheel.

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