Florida Grapefruit Spritzer
A delightful icy drink that will please the senses. I grew up in south florida with no air conditioning. Enough said about that! love this stuff!
Steps
To make syrup:.
In a saucepan combine the grapefruit juice , sugar , and cinnamon.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat.
Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
Discard cinnamon.
Let syrup cool.
Cover and chill syrup.
To serve , fill four 8-ounce glasses with ice.
Add appoximately 1 / 3 cup grapefruit syrup to each glass.
Fill glasses with ginger ale.
Stir gently.
If desired , garnish with grapefruit peel curls , edible flowers , and fresh mint springs.
Enjoy !.
Ingredients
grapefruit juice, sugar, cinnamon stick, ice cube, ginger ale