Grapefruit Golden Hour

Grapefruit and an NA IPA can make a deliberately bitter pairing. The juice adds citrus fruit as well as tartness, while the beer brings hops and a firmer finish. This is better suited to someone who enjoys IPA than someone hoping to hide it. Pour gently to keep the foam manageable, then check the balance. A very hoppy bottle may need less grapefruit than a softer, fruitier style.

Ingredients

• 6 oz NA IPA
• 2 oz Grapefruit juice

Make it

1. Add any fruit, herbs, spices, or syrup to a glass and gently press to release flavor.
2. Add the still liquids and ice. Stir to combine.
3. Pour in the sparkling ingredient slowly and stir once. Serve immediately.

Benefits

Grapefruit · a little vitamin C

Beside NA ipa, grapefruit offers a little vitamin C, used by your body for normal immune function, as well as a pleasantly bitter citrus edge.

A different side of NA ipa

There is a hoppy, bitter edge from the measured NA ipa in the grapefruit mixture, giving that ingredient a place without drowning out the other flavors.

Check every NA product’s ABV. Choose clearly labeled 0.0% ingredients if you want to avoid trace alcohol.

If your medicine advises avoiding grapefruit, choose a different recipe or check with your pharmacist.