Imbibe's Sunset Spritzer

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A vibrant, effervescent cocktail that captures the golden hour with citrus and herbal notes, perfect for a summer evening. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Fresh grapefruit juice, Lavender-infused simple syrup, Gin 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 with ice cubes and add 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 1 oz lavender-infused simple syrup, and 2 oz gin. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled and frosted.
  2. Step 2: Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes. Top with 4 oz sparkling water and gently stir to combine.
  3. Step 3: Garnish with 2 fresh basil leaves, pressing them lightly against the rim to release aroma, and serve immediately while bubbles are active.

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