When my son’s girlfriend, Anna, comes to visit, there’s one drink she almost always orders: a grapefruit and Prosecco cocktail. Light, bubbly, and a little bit sweet, it’s become her signature drink.

Naturally, we had to create our own version. This Grapefruit Prosecco Spritz starts with fresh grapefruit juice and crisp Prosecco, then we added a few fun variations so you can make it sweeter, stronger, or a little more festive depending on the occasion.

And much like Anna herself, this cocktail is sweet, refreshing, and easy to love. Whether you’re hosting brunch, lounging by the pool, or just looking for a simple sparkling cocktail, this one is sure to become a favorite.

Glass of fresh grapefruit cocktail garnished with a grapefruit slice, placed in front of a woven basket, showcasing a vibrant, citrusy drink perfect for summer.

Serves: 1
Prep Time: 1 minute

Ingredients:

2 ounces (or more) ruby red grapefruit juice, chilled
3-4 ounces (or more) Prosecco, chilled
1 ounce vodka (optional, for a stronger cocktail)
½ ounce simple syrup (optional, depending on the sweetness of your grapefruit)
Grapefruit wedge or twist, for garnish
Fresh rosemary or mint sprig (optional)

red ruby grapefruit juice with prosecco in a basket

Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

🍋 Simply Made Variations…

🌸 Add a splash of elderflower liqueur for a floral twist.

🌹 Use sparkling rosé instead of Prosecco for a blush-pink cocktail.

🍓 Add a few fresh raspberries for color and flavor.

💧Make it a mocktail by substituting Prosecco with sparkling water or non-alcoholic sparkling wine.

Step-by-Step Directions:

Step 1: Add the grapefruit juice to a wine glass, a coup glass, a champagne flute, or over a large glass filled halfway with ice. Add vodka and/or simple syrup, if desired.

Pouring rub, red grapefruit juice into a champagne flute with a half slice of grapefruit on the kitchen counter behind it

Step 2: Pour the Prosecco slowly.

Pouring sparkling grapefruit beverage into a champagne flute with a halved grapefruit beside it, set against a woven basket background.

Step 3: Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and a sprig of rosemary or mint.

Refreshing grapefruit mimosa in a champagne flute, garnished with a slice of grapefruit, on a white surface with a woven basket in the background.

🍾 For a Crowd (8 Servings)

3 cups Prosecco
2 cups ruby red grapefruit juice
½ cup vodka (optional)
¼ cup simple syrup (adjust to taste)

Combine the grapefruit juice, vodka, and syrup in a pitcher. Just before serving, add the Prosecco and stir gently to preserve the bubbles.

Grapefruit cocktail in a glass with ice, garnished with a slice of grapefruit, on a wooden surface with whole and halved grapefruits in the background.

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Anna’s Pink Processo Spritz

This Grapefruit Prosecco Spritz starts with fresh grapefruit juice and crisp Prosecco.

Tara

Servings

Ingredients

2 ounces ruby red grapefruit juice or more (chilled)
3-4 ounces Prosecco or more (chilled)
1 ounce vodka (optional, for a stronger cocktail)
½ ounce simple syrup (optional, depending on the sweetness of your grapefruit)
Grapefruit wedge or twist (for garnish)
Fresh rosemary or mint sprig (optional)

Instructions

Add the grapefruit juice to a wine glass, a coup glass, a champagne flute, or over a large glass filled halfway with ice. Add vodka and/or simple syrup, if desired.
Pour the Prosecco slowly.
Pour in the Prosecco slowly.
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and a sprig of rosemary or mint.