Ingredients

Scale

To make the Glittering Grape Splash, you’ll need the following ingredients:

2 oz. white grape juice (freshly pressed or store-bought)
1 oz. vodka (or white rum for a lighter variation)
½ oz. elderflower liqueur (optional, for a floral touch)
½ oz. fresh lemon juice
½ oz. simple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
2 oz. sparkling water or club soda
Ice
Edible glitter (optional, for a shimmering effect)
Fresh grapes and a lemon twist for garnish

Instructions

Crafting the Glittering Grape Splash is easy and quick, making it an ideal cocktail for any occasion. Follow these steps for the perfect drink:

Step 1: Prepare your glass
Fill a highball glass or stemmed cocktail glass with ice cubes to chill the drink. If using edible glitter, lightly dust the inside of the glass before pouring in the liquid to create a mesmerizing shimmer.

Step 2: Mix the base
In a cocktail shaker, combine grape juice, vodka, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup. Add a handful of ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture and blend the flavors.

Step 3: Strain and pour
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice, ensuring a smooth and well-balanced pour.

Step 4: Add the fizz
Top off the drink with sparkling water or club soda, gently stirring to incorporate the bubbles without losing their effervescence.

Step 5: Garnish and serve
Garnish with a skewer of fresh grapes and a twist of lemon peel for an extra touch of elegance. If desired, lightly sprinkle a bit more edible glitter on top for a magical, shimmering effect.

Notes

Use high-quality grape juice: Freshly pressed white or red grape juice will give the best flavor. Avoid overly sweet or artificial grape juices.
Balance the sweetness: Adjust the simple syrup to taste, depending on how sweet your grape juice is.
Shake, don’t stir: Shaking the base ingredients with ice helps blend the flavors more effectively and chills the drink faster.
Add the bubbles last: Pouring in the sparkling water after mixing helps maintain the effervescence.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 120-150
Sodium: 5-10mg
Protein: 0g