Rosemary-Grapefruit Gin Collins
A botanical twist on a classic Collins featuring fresh grapefruit juice and fragrant rosemary simple syrup for a bright, herbaceous finish. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 5 minutes brings together gin, fresh grapefruit juice, club soda 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 130 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 gin
- 1.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 3/4 oz rosemary simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water infused with rosemary)
- 2 oz club soda
- enough to fill glass ice cubes
- 1 for garnish fresh rosemary sprig
- 1 for garnish grapefruit twist
Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a Collins glass with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 2: In a mixing glass filled halfway with ice, pour 2 oz gin, 1.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice, and 3/4 oz rosemary simple syrup.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into the prepared Collins glass.
- Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently once to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish by clipping a fresh rosemary sprig to the rim and expressing a grapefruit peel twist over the surface, then resting it on the rim.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rosemary-Grapefruit Gin Collins take to make?
Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Rosemary-Grapefruit Gin Collins?
Refrigerate any leftover rosemary-grapefruit gin collins in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rosemary-Grapefruit Gin Collins?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Rosemary-Grapefruit Gin Collins for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Rosemary-Grapefruit Gin Collins?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
