Refreshing Sparkling Grapefruit Frosé — all natural, with zero refined sugar when made as written, using your favorite bottle of rosé. The perfect chilled cocktail for summer.
Rosé is a go-to for many warm-weather gatherings: it’s crisp, visually appealing in a glass, and pairs beautifully with fresh fruit. Turning it into a slushy gives you an easy adult frozen treat that’s ideal for poolside afternoons, backyard barbecues, or a relaxed evening on the patio. Grapefruit adds bright, slightly tart citrus notes that complement the delicate fruitiness of the wine, creating a balanced, refreshing cocktail.
This frosé is simple to prepare and very forgiving. If you prefer a different fruit profile, feel free to swap grapefruit juice for fresh strawberry puree, peach nectar, or watermelon juice — frozen berries or stone fruit both make excellent alternatives. The recipe below uses agave nectar as a natural sweetener, but you can substitute honey, maple syrup, or a simple syrup if you prefer. Garnish with fresh mint and a wedge of grapefruit for an attractive finish.
More Fun Cocktails to Try
- Fresh Watermelon Margaritas
- Citrus Summer Sangria
- The Classic Moscow Mule
- Raspberry Mint Mojitos
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Sparkling Grapefruit Frosé
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins (plus freezing time)
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 (750 ml) bottle of your favorite rosé
- 1 cup fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/4 cup agave nectar (or substitute honey, maple syrup, or simple syrup to taste)
- 1 cup ice
- Mint sprigs and grapefruit wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pour the rosé into a baking dish or a shallow pan. Cover and place it in the freezer for at least 6 hours or overnight, until it is almost solid but still workable.
- Once the rosé is slightly frozen, break or scrape it into a blender. Add the fresh grapefruit juice, agave nectar, and ice.
- Blend on high until smooth and slushy. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Serve immediately in chilled glasses, garnished with mint sprigs and a grapefruit wedge if desired. Enjoy right away for the best texture.
Tips, Variations & Serving Suggestions
- Fruit swaps: Use frozen strawberries, peaches, or watermelon in place of grapefruit for a different flavor profile. For strawberry frosé, reduce added sweetener if your berries are ripe and sweet.
- Sweetener options: Agave keeps this recipe refined-sugar-free, but honey or a small amount of maple syrup work well, too. For a neutral option, use a simple syrup made from equal parts sugar and water.
- Non-alcoholic version: Freeze a non-alcoholic rosé-style beverage or a flavored sparkling drink and follow the same method for a mocktail frosé.
- Make ahead: Freeze the wine in a shallow pan and store it covered for up to a week. Blend with juice and serve within a few hours for best texture.
- Garnish ideas: Fresh basil or thyme can be swapped for mint for an herbaceous twist. A salted rim or sugared rim can add extra contrast to the citrus.
- Batch serving: Double the ingredients and blend in batches to serve a crowd. Keep blended portions frozen for short periods and re-blend briefly before serving if needed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 of recipe | Calories: 244 kcal | Carbohydrates: 29.1 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 0.1 g | Sodium: 10.1 mg | Fiber: 0.1 g | Sugar: 28.8 g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation only.
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