V B Vodka Water Recipe

A refreshing twist on a classic! This vibrant Ruby Red Grapefruit Vodka Water cocktail is bursting with citrusy goodness. Inspired by a friend's genius idea, this recipe combines the zesty flavors of ruby red grapefruit vodka, fresh orange, lime, and lemon, perfectly balanced with homemade simple syrup. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion – impress your friends with this delicious and visually stunning cocktail!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 223.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for V B Vodka Water

  • 4 ounces (120ml) ruby red grapefruit vodka
  • 1 orange (juice and peels)
  • 1 lime (juice and peels)
  • 1 lemon (juice and peels)
  • 1 cup water (for simple syrup) + additional water to fill pitcher
  • Ice (for pitcher and serving glasses)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for simple syrup)
  • ½ to 1 cup chilled simple syrup
  • Grapefruit slices (optional, for pitcher or garnish)

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How to Make V B Vodka Water

  1. **Make Simple Syrup:** In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water and 1 cup granulated sugar.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.
  4. **Prepare the Cocktail:** Fill a large pitcher with ice.
  5. Juice one orange, one lime, and one lemon. Pour the juice over the ice.
  6. Cut orange, lime, and lemon peels into quarters and add them to the pitcher. (Optional: add grapefruit slices)
  7. Add 4 ounces (120ml) of ruby red grapefruit vodka to the pitcher.
  8. Fill the pitcher with water.
  9. Add ½ to 1 cup of chilled simple syrup, depending on desired sweetness. Stir gently to combine.
  10. Pour into highball glasses filled with ice. Garnish with additional fruit slices, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

201g

Fat

0g

Carbs

19g