I’m just settling in back in the Methow after a weekend retreat on the rugged California coast with a bunch of fellow bloggers. My vision for this retreat was for us to be able to spend time together without the constraints or pressure of work, allowing us to really get to know one another, talk freely and cook together. I’d say it was a success. The views were stunning, the food was delicious and bountiful and the conversations were fun, inspiring and informative. I’m already thinking about our next retreat. For now you can check out what we were up to on Instagram under #realeatsretreat.
I made this mocktail on the first night of our retreat and loved it so much I decided to recreate it for you here. Rosemary and grapefruit are always a winning combo and the honey adds a sweetness and floral quality that really works well. It’s a simple drink, but so so delicious. It works well as a winter mocktail because of the earthiness of the rosemary but would also be super refreshing during the warmer months.
Enjoy!
Rosemary, Honey, and Grapefruit Spritzer
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
2/3 cup honey
4 sprigs rosemary
1 1/4 cups freshly squeezed grapefruit juice (from about 5 grapefruit)
crushed ice
soda water
rosemary sprigs and grapefruit wedges to garnish
PROCEDURE
Combine the honey and rosemary in a small pot and gently heat over medium-low until the honey just begins to bubble around the edges, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let steep for 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile fill 4 glasses with crushed ice. Once the honey has cooled slightly, remove the sprigs of rosemary and transfer 1/4 cup of the infused honey to a jar with a tight fitting lid, add the grapefruit juice and shake vigorously until combined and frothy. Divide the mixture between the glasses and top with soda water. Garnish with rosemary sprigs and grapefruit wedges.
Brilliant grapefruit spritzer. Thank you!
I really like your style in the photo. thanks for sharing
What alcohol would you add to this to make it a cocktail?
Lauren, Gin or tequila would be amazing! Enjoy!
Eye-catchy photo and I like this. Thanks.
Great and I like your concept.
First time i found something interesting on Pinterest. your photo s are awesome.
Thanks so much!
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Great photography & food styling! Did you use red grapefruit (it appears so…)? Looking forward to trying!
I couldn’t find ruby red grapefruit when I made it so used another variety but either should be fine! Enjoy!
This looks so refreshing! Gorgeous photos too!
This is the first time I’ve come across your blog. I found this on Pinterest and wanted to see the recipe. I’m quite impressed. I love how you’ve made the pictures of a simple drink look so beautiful!
Thanks so much and I’m so glad you found me!
You are so sweet and so is this pretty drink Sasha! Love love all of your snaps from the retreat <3. Hope you are having the best time back nestled in your cabin, and have a v day full of love and good times with your man. XO
Thanks Jessie! XO
your photos are stunning! love your blog and recipes, it’s inspiring. Thanks for sharing!. Florencia
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoy it.
I love rosemary in drinks! This looks so refreshing!
It’s soooo good!