Grapefruit Vermouth Low-Alcohol Aperitif
A bright and balanced aperitif combining dry vermouth with fresh grapefruit and lime juices, sweetened lightly with simple syrup and rounded with maraschino liqueur. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together dry vermouth, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice 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 115 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
- 1.5 oz dry vermouth
- 0.75 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 0.25 oz luxardo maraschino liqueur
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 for garnish thin grapefruit wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes to chill. Add 1.5 oz dry vermouth, 0.75 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and 0.25 oz luxardo maraschino liqueur.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold to the touch and the mixture is well blended.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass without ice to maintain the cocktail’s clarity and chill.
- Step 4: Garnish by floating 1 thin grapefruit wheel on the surface for a subtle citrus aroma and visual appeal.
