This fragrant, refreshing infusion throws some serious mocktail shades!
Grapefruit is a complex taste, clearly bitter yet with a sweet, juicy bit and herbavious undertone that works incredibly well with the woodsy, evergreen, pine and lavender notes found in rosemary.
Bottom line, and especially with a little sparkling water, this infusion kicks any feelings of deprivation to the kerb. Enjoy, and fight the temptation to add gin, unless it's a special occasion!
To make this, it's important that the rosemary is drawn out in just boiled water before adding grapefruit and cold water. Rosemary is a sticky herb full of oil that benefits from heat for effective release.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 large wedge of grapefruit
- About 2 inches of grapefruit rind (no pith)
- 1 sprig of rosemary
- 1.2 litres filtered water
INSTRUCTIONS
- Put all the ingredients in a jug.
- Stir, leave for a few minutes and stir again.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
- Strain through a sieve and enjoy.
- Drink straight, or add a few ice cubes and a slice of grapefruit to make it extra refreshing!
NOTES
- Make sure to remove any pith from the grapefruit rind as it can add a bitter taste.
- Drawing out the oils from the rosemary in hot water.
- This infusion keeps well for about 5 days in the fridge.
