Sparkling Grapefruit Campari Spritz
A bright and bubbly spritz combining the bittersweet notes of Campari with fresh grapefruit juice and sparkling wine. This cocktails-inspired quick meals ready in about 4 minutes pairs Campari, fresh grapefruit juice, dry sparkling wine for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 Campari
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 3 oz dry sparkling wine
- 1 oz club soda
- 1 for garnish grapefruit twist
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a large wine glass halfway with ice cubes.
- Step 2: Pour 1.5 oz Campari and 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice over the ice.
- Step 3: Slowly add 3 oz dry sparkling wine, pouring gently to preserve bubbles.
- Step 4: Top with 1 oz club soda and stir gently once with a bar spoon to combine without losing effervescence.
- Step 5: Express a grapefruit twist over the surface, twisting to release oils, then rim the glass and drop it in as garnish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sparkling Grapefruit Campari Spritz take to make?
Total time is about 4 minutes (4 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sparkling Grapefruit Campari Spritz?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep campari from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sparkling Grapefruit Campari Spritz?
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 Sparkling Grapefruit Campari Spritz 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 Sparkling Grapefruit Campari Spritz?
Cocktails quick meals 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.
