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    Home » Blog posts by Rosanna ETC » Drinks

    Tequila Spritzer with Grapefruit, Rosemary & Pineapple

    Published: Dec 13, 2021 · Modified: Mar 15, 2022 by Rosanna Stevens · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

    A light and refreshing Tequila Spritzer recipe that you can knock up in minutes and enjoy at any time of year. This grapefruit rosemary cocktail with tequila and pineapple juice uses fresh rosemary that is muddled with the tequila and pineapple chunks, so it's incredibly simple to make and has no syrup. We add some grapefruit juice, top it up with soda water and serve with a rosemary garnish and the result is a fragrant tequila cocktail that works well as an aperitif or at parties.

    I'm a huge fan of easy cocktails and this Tequila Spritzer ticks all the boxes. It's pretty too, a soft pink colour that complements the earthy green of the rosemary garnish.

    I developed this grapefruit rosemary cocktail recipe for friends of mine in Belize who have access to limited ingredients, but what they did have in abundance was pineapples, tequila and grapefruit. It's become a favourite of mine and I love spritzer drinks when I want a lighter cocktail with low sugar.

    A Tequila Spritzer with Grapefruit, Rosemary & Pineapple in a low ball glass with ice

    Looking for easy cocktail recipes? Try a Twinkle - made with champagne, gin and elderflower it's another one of my faves.

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    • Tequila Spritzer with Grapefruit, Rosemary & Pineapple

    Ingredients

    Here's what you will need to make this Tequila Spritzer with grapefruit, rosemary and pineapple.

    Ingredients for the Tequila Spritzer assembled on a table
    • Silver Tequila
    • Soda Water
    • Pineapple
    • Rosemary
    • Grapefruit juice

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    Put the pineapple chunks, rosemary and tequila in the cocktail shaker and muddle together so the tequila and pineapple juice mix and the rosemary sprigs infuse with them.

    Don't have a cocktail set and wondering how to muddle without a muddler? You can use a Pestle from a Pestle and Mortar set or a wooden spoon instead

    Add the grapefruit juice and fill the shaker with as much ice as you can fit in.

    Why should you fill the cocktail shaker to the top with ice?

    The more the ice can move as you shake it, the more it will break down and melt, which waters down your cocktail. Filling the cocktail shaker completely with ice allows the liquid to move over and around the ice whilst it stays still.

    This way the tequila spritzer is chilled down without being watered down. No one wants a watery cocktail. Maximum strength please!

    Cocktail being poured into a glass

    Strain the grapefruit rosemary cocktail with tequila into a lowball glass with a couple of ice cubes in it. Top it up with soda and slide the rosemary garnish down the side.

    Ta da! A Tequila Spritzer.

    Rosemary garnish in the cocktail

    Hint: This cocktail would taste great served with a snack of manchego cheese drizzled in honey. But then I believe cheese and honey goes with everything.

    Substitutions and variations

    Here are a few ways you can change up this tequila spritzer recipe to suit you.

    • Herbs - try it with thyme instead of rosemary
    • No alcohol - US readers try Ritual Zero Proof and Europe try Mockingbird
    • Fruit - Try swapping the grapefruit juice for another citrus like blood orange.

    Equipment

    You will need a cocktail shaker, something to muddle with and low ball glassware like these fun glasses from LSA International.

    Cocktail glasses by LSA International

    Storage

    Store the pineapple, grapefruit juice and soda water in the fridge before making this cocktail.

    These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.

    Top tip

    It does really make a difference to use chunks of fresh pineapple muddled with the rosemary and tequila in this spritzer recipe, and you can snack on any leftovers.

    Tequila Spritzer with Grapefruit Rosemary and pineapple

    Tequila Spritzer with Grapefruit, Rosemary & Pineapple

    A grapefruit and rosemary cocktail with tequila and pineapple juice topped up with soda - so light and refreshing!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 spritzers
    Calories 118 kcal

    Equipment

    • Cocktail shaker
    • Low ball glassware

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 50 ml tequila
    • 100 grams pineapple
    • 150 ml grapefruit juice
    • 200 ml soda water
    • 3 sprigs rosemary

    Instructions
     

    • Put the pineapple chunks, rosemary and tequila in the cocktail shaker and muddle together for 30 seconds so the tequila and pineapple juice mix and the rosemary sprigs infuse with them.
    • Add the grapefruit juice and fill the shaker with as much ice as you can fit in before shaking.
    • Strain the grapefruit rosemary cocktail with tequila into a lowball glass with a couple of ice cubes in it. Top it up with soda and slide the rosemary garnish down the side.  

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 118kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 23mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 39IUVitamin C: 44mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Grapefruit rosemary cocktail, Spritzer drinks, Tequila and pineapple juice, Tequila spritzer
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    1. Gabriela says

      December 18, 2021 at 12:15 pm

      5 stars
      What a fabulous and festive drink. I love that it has the fresh rosemary for garnish and the grapefruit as well.

      Reply
    2. Samantha says

      December 18, 2021 at 5:30 pm

      5 stars
      Gorgeous drink!!! The combo of rosemary with pineapple is lovely. I may try this with Mezcal next!

      Reply
      • Rosanna Stevens says

        December 21, 2021 at 5:15 pm

        ooh that's a good idea! Glad you enjoyed it x

        Reply
    3. Giangi says

      December 18, 2021 at 5:43 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for sharing a great drink using tequila. I am always at a loss what to do with it and you have made a great cocktail for us. I happen to have lots of tequila in my cupboard and fresh rosemary in the garden.

      Reply
    4. Shilpa says

      December 18, 2021 at 8:14 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds perfect for parties and gatherings. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

      Reply
    5. Andrea says

      December 19, 2021 at 2:14 am

      5 stars
      such a fun and tasty drink! definitely will be making this again!

      Reply
    6. Emily says

      December 19, 2021 at 5:14 am

      5 stars
      The addition of pineapple in this cocktail was so good! I will be making these again for sure!

      Reply
    7. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says

      December 19, 2021 at 11:32 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so yummy and refreshing. I love adding herbs to cocktails!

      Reply

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