Virgin Grapefruit Mojito Recipe
Delightful for a party or even for a lazy Saturday brunch, this no-booze spin on a classic cocktail is fun to make and a tasty mix of flavors.
By:
Wes Martin
Makes two drinks.
Ingredients
1/4 ruby or pink grapefruit, cut into small chunks and seeds removed
2 tbs. agave syrup or honey
12 fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
1/2 cup pink grapefruit soda or flavored mineral water, plus more as needed
mint sprigs, for garnish
Directions
Put the grapefruit pieces, agave and mint in a cocktail shaker. Using a muddler, smash the fruit until the juice is released. Add one cup small ice cubes to the shaker with the half cup soda; attach the lid and shake furiously until combined. Divide between two rocks glasses, add more ice if desired, and top off with additional soda. Stir, garnish with mint sprigs and serve.
Next Up
Pomegranate Mimosa With a Twist
Sweeten your holiday brunch with a refreshing mimosa made from pomegranate juice and a lemon twist.
4 Bubbly Brunch Drinks With Just 3 Ingredients (Try Them This Weekend!)
Bring the sparkle back to brunch with these fizzy cocktails that feature just a few ingredients.
5 Brunch Cocktails Beyond the Mimosa
Sometimes all you need is a little variety.
Savory Cheddar Cheese Bacon and Onion Scones
Wow your brunch guests with this gotta-try grill recipe.
Brunch Recipe: Baked Eggs With Pesto and Pancetta
Take standard ham and eggs up a notch with this impressive restaurant-quality brunch recipe you can actually whip up at home.
Scones With Orange Butter
Try this homemade version of the brunch favorite.
Blueberry Scones Recipe
Large berries and brown sugar make these rich scones perfect for a brunch or tea.
Brunch Recipe: Mini Bagels With Lox
Easily turn grocery store items into tasty brunch mini mouthfuls that you can assemble in just minutes before guests arrive.
Saffron Bundt Cake With Cardamom Glaze
Moist and full of flavor, the saffron adds just a hint of something that will keep most people guessing while the cardamom glaze puts this bundt cake right over the top. Blackberries and almonds round out the sweet-meets-savory flavor profile and create a perfectly balanced texture.
Set the Table for an Elegant Sunday Brunch
You don't need a large dining room or 12 place settings of china to host brunch for friends. See how designer Caitlin McCarthy sets her table for an elegant brunch using the space, dishes and furniture she already has.