Grapefruit Soda
Build ∙ 2 min ∙
Grapefruit Soda is a non-alcoholic highball of ruby red grapefruit juice topped with grapefruit soda, built over ice. Crisp and tangy-sweet, with a light fizz and a clean bitter edge from the grapefruit that keeps it refreshing rather than syrupy.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Pour all ingredients into the ice-filled glass: Grapefruit juice 30 mlGrapefruit soda 150 ml
- Stir
- Garnish with a grapefruit wedge
Tips
- Pre-chill the glass so the soda stays fizzy longer instead of flattening against warm glass.
- Use fresh ruby red grapefruit juice rather than a bottled blend for a brighter, less bitter base.
- Stir gently and briefly once built, just enough to combine without knocking the fizz out of the soda.
FAQ
What is grapefruit soda made of?
This build is ruby red grapefruit juice topped with grapefruit soda, built over ice and finished with a grapefruit wedge. It is non-alcoholic, around 72 calories per serving, and suits vegan and gluten-free diets.
How much grapefruit juice is in grapefruit soda?
In this recipe, grapefruit juice makes up a small portion of the glass, topped with a much larger amount of grapefruit soda. The juice adds fresh, tart depth while the soda provides the bulk of the volume and the fizz.
Does grapefruit soda have real grapefruit?
This version does, since it is built with actual ruby red grapefruit juice rather than soda alone. Commercial grapefruit sodas vary widely, and many rely mainly on flavoring rather than real juice, so checking the label is the only way to know for a store-bought bottle.
Is Fresca just grapefruit soda?
Fresca is a citrus-flavored soda with a grapefruit-forward profile, but it is not grapefruit soda alone; it also includes other citrus flavoring and is typically sugar-free. It differs from this drink, which mixes real grapefruit juice into a grapefruit soda base.
What alcohol goes well with grapefruit soda?
Vodka, gin, and tequila all pair well with grapefruit's tart bitterness, and any of them can be added to this build to turn it into a cocktail. This particular recipe is served non-alcoholic as a highball on its own.