Tips for a better mix
- Measure the citrus and syrup rather than pouring by eye; taste and adjust before serving.
- Add the carbonated mixer after shaking; never shake a sealed shaker containing fizz.
OPC ORIGINALS
Grapefruit & Elderflower Aperitif
Bittersweet grapefruit and elderflower sparkle. · 5 minutes · Wine glass
An OPC editorial recipe built around bittersweet grapefruit and elderflower sparkle. Make it your own, then share the people, place or moment behind your version.
In the glass
Ingredients for 1 drink · Ice as needed
- 40 ml bitter red aperitif
- 70 ml grapefruit juice
- 10 ml elderflower cordial
- 70 ml soda water
- Ice, for mixing and serving
- Grapefruit slice, to garnish
Quantities are scaled from the recipe’s submitted serving count. Ice, unmeasured pinches and garnishes are as needed. For several cocktails, mix in shaker-sized batches.
Jump to the methodFor adults 18+. Drink responsibly.
THE METHOD
Make it, one step at a time.
- 1
Fill a wine glass with fresh ice. Add the measured juices, tea, syrup and any spirit or aperitif listed.
- 2
If a herb sprig is listed, gently clap it between your hands and add it. Pour in the carbonated mixer last and stir gently.
- 3
Taste before adding more sweetness. Garnish with grapefruit slice and serve immediately.
BARTENDER’S NOTES & SWAPS
A little help from the OPC bar.
Optional pointers for making it your own while keeping the spirit of the recipe.
Make it your own
- For a brighter finish, add a little more fresh citrus, tasting in small increments.
- For a lighter serve, pour into a taller glass over ice and add a small splash of soda water.
YOUR TURN