Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
OMG you guys need to try making ruby red grapefruit juice at home!! Been doing this for like 3 yrs now and seriously can’t go back to the bottled stuff. Not even ocean spray ruby red grapefruit juice compares and that used to be my fave.
Got hooked when my neighbor had this huge grapefruit tree and gave me a bunch. Now I’m totally obsessed. It’s my weekend thing – fresh ruby red grapefruit juice while I scroll through TikTok lol. The flavor is INSANE compared to store bought. Plus all those health benefits? Yes plz. Keep reading if u wanna know my super easy method!
Why Homemade Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice is Way Better
Store bought juice? Meh. Homemade ruby red grapefruit juice? AMAZING. First off the taste is just so much better than those bottles of tropicana ruby red grapefruit juice or whatever.
Made this for my roommate last month who always buys those ocean spray ruby red bottles. She literally said “wtf why is this so much better?” and now she makes it too! This happens EVERY time someone tries it.
Best part is u control everything. Too sour? Add honey. Want it sweeter? Throw in an orange. And it legit takes like 5 mins. Don’t need fancy equipment either just ur hands and maybe a cheap juicer.
Stuff You Need for Awesome Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
Basic Stuff:
- 3-4 ruby red grapefruits (organic if ur fancy)
- lil bit of honey or agave if u want it sweeter
- tiny pinch of salt (trust me on this)
- water if u need to water it down
- ice
Tools n Things:
- juicer thing (cheap manual one works fine)
- knife
- strainer
- something to keep it in
Btw have u ever looked at the ruby red ocean spray ingredients? Sooo many weird things. Your homemade version has like literally just the fruit and maybe honey if u want.
Super Easy Steps to Make Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
- Get ur grapefruits ready Wash em first obvs. Then roll each one on counter while pressing down kinda hard. This breaks up the insides so u get more juice out! Cut em in half.
- Juice those babies If u have a juicer great use that. If not just use a fork to stab and twist while squeezing over a bowl. Works just as good tbh. Ruby red grapefruits are juicier than the regular ones anyway.
- Get rid of seeds n stuff Pour everything thru a strainer to catch seeds and chunky bits. Taste it now – if too sour add a lil honey. But ruby red grapefruit juice is usually sweet enough already.
- Make it cold n drink up Put in fridge for at least 30 mins cuz cold ruby red grapefruit juice tastes wayyy better. Serve with ice. Keeps for like 2-3 days but honestly it never lasts that long in my house lol.
Health Stuff About Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
So ruby red grapefruit juice isn’t just super yummy its actually really good for u too:
- tons of vitamin C to keep u from getting sick
- has this thing called lycopene thats super good for ur heart
- wayyy less calories than other juices
- helps ur metabolism work better
- has potassium which is good for muscles n stuff
- keeps u hydrated
Lots of ppl ask about calcium and grapefruit – it doesn’t have tons naturally but u can add calcium powder if ur worried about that.
Different Ways to Make Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice Even Better
- Morning Detox Mix ruby red grapefruit juice with cucumber and mint. Soooo refreshing and goes great with this GREEN JUICE DETOX thing I tried last month.
- Metabolism Booster Add some APPLE CIDER VINEGAR to ur ruby red grapefruit juice with tiny bit of cayenne. Sounds weird but it WORKS for getting ur metabolism going.
- Vacation Vibes Mix ruby red grapefruit juice with pineapple juice and coconut water. Tastes like being on a beach somewhere!
- Fizzy Refresher Half ruby red grapefruit juice half sparkling water with some berries. So good on hot days. Also try this APPLE CIDER VINEGAR AND CRANBERRY JUICE recipe for something similar.
- Chill Out Drink Mix with some LEMON BALM TEA after it cools down. Makes a great afternoon drink when u need to relax. Check out LEMON BALM RECIPE FOR WEIGHT LOSS too.
- Super Filling Version Add chia seeds to ur ruby red grapefruit juice and let sit for 10 mins. Makes it more filling and keeps u full longer. Works great with this CHIA SEED WATER RECIPE.
- Weight Loss Helper Try it with our NATURAL MOUNJARO RECIPE for a drink that helps with weight loss but actually tastes good.
Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
Equipment
- Juicer (manual or electric)
- Knife
- Strainer
- bowl
- Storage container
Ingredients
- 3-4 ruby red grapefruits organic if possible
- 1 tsp honey or agave optional, for sweetness
- A pinch of salt optional
- Water optional, for dilution
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Grapefruits: Wash the grapefruits thoroughly. Roll them on a counter while pressing down firmly to release more juice.
- Juicing Process: Cut each grapefruit in half. Use a juicer to extract the juice, or squeeze manually using a fork to twist and press.
- Strain the Juice: Pour the juice through a strainer to remove seeds and pulp.
- Adjust Flavor: Taste the juice and add honey if needed. A pinch of salt enhances the flavor.
- Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for 30 minutes for best taste. Serve over ice and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Stuff People Ask About Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
What is ruby red grapefruit juice good for?
Ruby red grapefruit juice is awesome for ur immune system cuz of all that vitamin C. It has these antioxidants that fight inflammation and the red color comes from lycopene which is super good for ur heart. Lots of ppl drink it for weight loss cuz it helps with metabolism and blood sugar. It has way less calories than most juices too. Some studies show it might help with insulin stuff but dont quote me on that lol.
What is the difference between grapefruit and ruby red grapefruit?
Regular grapefruits r yellow inside and wayyy more bitter. Ruby red grapefruits have that pretty pink-red color and taste sweeter naturally. The ruby red kind was actually found by accident in Texas and ppl liked it so much they started growing more. The red color means it has lycopene which regular ones dont really have. If ur making juice def go with ruby red grapefruit juice cuz u wont need to add as much sweetener.
What are the side effects of ruby red grapefruit?
Ok so this is important – ruby red grapefruit juice can mess with some medications by making them stronger in ur body. Always check with ur doctor if ur on any prescription stuff. Some ppl get heartburn from it cuz its pretty acidic. And if u drink tons of it the acid might be bad for ur teeth over time. Also some ppl get more sensitive to sun after drinking it but that doesnt happen to everyone.
Is ruby red grapefruit good for high blood pressure?
Some research says ruby red grapefruit juice can help with blood pressure. It has potassium which helps balance out sodium and the antioxidants are good for blood vessels. One study had ppl eat grapefruit everyday and their blood pressure went down. But again if ur on blood pressure meds talk to ur doc first cuz of those interactions I mentioned. For most ppl tho adding ruby red grapefruit juice to ur diet is good for heart health.
Does grapefruit burn belly fat?
K so no food magically burns fat lets be real. But ruby red grapefruit juice might help with weight loss especially around ur stomach. Scientists think compounds in grapefruit help control insulin which affects how fat gets stored especially belly fat. The water and fiber fill u up without lots of calories too. Some study at a clinic found ppl who ate grapefruit before meals lost more weight than ppl who didnt. So having ruby red grapefruit juice regularly might help ur weight loss journey.
How to Pick Good Grapefruits n Store Them
- grapefruits should feel heavy for their size means more juice inside
- skin should be thin not all bumpy and thick
- avoid any with soft mushy spots
- keep at room temp if ur using in next couple days
- can keep in fridge up to 2 weeks
- let cold fruit warm up before juicing gets more juice that way
- if u have to buy bottled ocean spray ruby red grapefruit juice is ok in a pinch
- dole ruby red grapefruit juice and red ruby grapefruit juice from other brands usually have more weird ingredients
Why U Should Make The Switch Today
First time I made ruby red grapefruit juice at home I was like WHY didnt I try this before?? Used to buy those ocean spray ruby red bottles all the time thinking they were good enough. Nope nope nope! The difference is crazy.
Now its my favorite morning drink. That tangy sweet flavor wakes me up better than coffee sometimes. Even got my dad hooked and he NEVER tries new things lol.
Try it this weekend!! Promise ull notice the difference right away. Once u start playing with different mix-ins and stuff ull never go back to store bought. Plus ur body will thank u for not having all those preservatives n added sugars.
Whats ur fave juice recipe? Try this ruby red grapefruit juice and tell me what u think in comments!