Drinks
Saffron Sunrise Spritzer
⏱ 15 minutes
🍽 4 people
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Ingredients
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
- 1/4 cup honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground saffron threads
- 1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water
- Ice cubes
- Saffron threads for garnish
- Fresh grapefruit slices for garnish
Preparation Steps
- Step 1: In a small saucepan, warm the honey syrup over low heat until it's runny.
- Step 2: Remove from heat and add in saffron threads. Let it steep for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Step 3: Strain the syrup into a large pitcher or jug to remove the saffron threads.
- Step 4: Add the grapefruit juice, sparkling water, and orange blossom water to the pitcher.
- Step 5: Stir well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Step 6: Just before serving, stir in the warmed honey syrup into the drink.
- Step 7: Fill glasses with ice and pour over the saffron-infused grapefruit spritzer.
- Step 8: Garnish each glass with a few threads of saffron and a slice of fresh grapefruit.
- Step 9: Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Step 10: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
