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Pink grapefruit hibiscus cocktail in a glass with ice and a lemon wheel.
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Grapefruit Hibiscus Cocktail

A sweet-tart drink, this brightly-hued cocktail is made with a hibiscus simple syrup, vodka, and grapefruit juice. From breakfast drinks to happy hour, this delicious cocktail fits the bill!
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 179kcal
Author Tessa

Equipment

Ingredients

Hibiscus Simple Syrup

  • 2 hibiscus tea bags or ¼ cup dried hibiscus flowers
  • 1 cup honey or agave syrup
  • 1 cup water

Grapefruit Hibiscus Cocktail

  • 3 ounces fresh or store-bought pink grapefruit juice (1 medium grapefruit yields 6-8 ounces of juice)
  • 1.5 ounces vodka
  • ¾ ounce hibiscus simple syrup
  • ¼ ounce fresh lemon juice

Instructions

To Make the Simple Syrup

  • Place 1 cup of water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add hibiscus tea. Allow to steep for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the tea bags and add the honey, stirring until it has completely dissolved. Let syrup cool completely and then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.

To Make the Cocktail

  • Place fresh ice cubes in a cocktail glass. Add grapefruit juice, vodka, hibiscus simple syrup, and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Garnish with lemon wedge or wheel if desired.

Notes

  • Tea bags are an easy way to make a hibiscus infusion and can be found in most grocery stores. If using dried hibiscus flowers instead of tea bags, use a ¼ cup of dried flowers.
  • Store-bought or fresh red grapefruit juice works well in this recipe. 1 medium grapefruit yields 6-8 ounces of juice.
  • Agave syrup can be substituted for honey and makes a good vegan option.
  • Extra hibiscus simple syrup can be used for multiple cocktails, iced tea, ice cream, Italian sodas, and more!

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg