Rosemary Front Porch

Rosemary and grapefruit make a dry-leaning sparkling drink with a little bite. You get the citrus tartness first, then the herb’s woodier scent as you lift the glass again. A small rosemary sprig gives plenty of character without becoming resinous. This isn’t designed to taste like a sweet soda. If the grapefruit feels too strong, ease it with more sparkling water before deciding it needs a completely different flavor.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 2 oz Grapefruit juice
• 1 sprig Rosemary

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

Grapefruit brings some vitamin C to the mix—a nutrient involved in collagen formation for healthy skin, alongside a piney herbal note from rosemary. In this version, 1 sprig rosemary completes the pairing.

Rosemary with a little lift

The rosemary brings a piney herbal note, alongside grapefruit; the chilled carbonated mixer adds a crisp texture to that pairing. In this version, 2 oz grapefruit completes the pairing.

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