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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Pregnant ladies. It's naturally low in calories at 164 calories. See the question above for ideas on reducing the sugar content. What are the health benefits of drinking grapefruit juice?-Low calorie-Strengthens the immune system-Contains antioxidants-Hydrating ServeGlassware: I like the look and feel of a champagne flute for these fizzes. If you don't own champagne flutes, try a wine glass or Collins glass instead.Sugaring the Rims: Dip the rims of the glasses into simple syrup, then into granulated sugar. You can also dip them into corn syrup, maple syrup, or honey instead of simple syrup; just use something sweet and sticky.If you're looking for other beverages the whole family will love, you'll want to try our recipes for mint julep mocktail, Shirley Temple drink, Roy Rogers drink, and lime and mint drink.Expert TipsMake the syrup ahead of time. It can steep in the fridge, and you can strain it when you're ready to use it.Let the ginger syrup steep for 1 hour, then strain it. This makes the flavor stronger.Don't want to add ice to the glasses? Chill all the ingredients ahead of time.Don't have time to chill everything? Add ice cubes to the drinks. Just realize you won't be able to fit as much liquid in the glass.Prepare the garnishes ahead of time. Then, you can serve the drinks at a moment's notice.Recipe For the Syrup (Makes about 1 ¼ cups)▢ 1 cup granulated sugar▢ 1 cup filtered water▢ 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and finely dicedFor the Drinks▢ 1 ¼ cup simple syrup▢ 1 ¼ cup grapefruit juice, chilled▢ ¾ teaspoon freshly grated ginger▢ 3 cups ginger ale, chilledFor Decoration▢ ¼ cup granulated sugar▢ Mint leaves or sprigs▢ 1 Cara Cara orange or grapefruit Preparing the SyrupPlace the sugar and water into a small saucepan and stir over medium heat until the sugar is fully dissolved. Add the peeled and finely diced ginger and let the syrup simmer over medium heat until thickened slightly, about 3-5 minutes.Cover the pot and let the syrup steep for 1 hour, then strain it.Making the DrinksTo coat the rim of the glasses, dip the rim the syrup, then dip it in granulated sugar. Use glasses with a 7 fluid ounce capacity.Combine the grapefruit juice, syrup, grated ginger, and soda in a pitcher until well blended.Place three ice cubes into each glass. Pour the drink mixture into the glasses using a plastic funnel to
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