About the Recipe
You know the feeling — that quiet victory after finally crossing off the task that’s been haunting your to-do list for weeks. As the sun dips low and paints everything gold, Just One Gold Star is the perfect companion: bright, citrusy, and gently celebratory without being loud. I made this after organizing my desktop folders — not glamorous, but deeply satisfying. The kind of win that deserves a soft cheer... and a perfect sip at sunset.
Ingredients
2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
1 oz elderflower liqueur (or elderflower cordial for mocktail)
½ oz lime juice
½ oz honey syrup (1:1 honey + warm water)
Sparkling water to top
Ice
Instructions
Step 1
Shake juice, elderflower, lime, and honey with ice.
Step 2
Strain into a glass with ice.
Step 3
Top with sparkling water and give it a gentle stir.
Tips
Zero-proof: Use elderflower cordial instead of liqueur.
Make it floral-er: Add a few drops of orange blossom water.
Seasonal twist: Sub grapefruit with blood orange in winter or yuzu juice if you’ve got it.
Pair with: That freshly-checked-off to-do list or a deep sigh of “I did it.”
Serving Tips
Glass: Tall tumbler or stemless wine glass
Garnish: Tiny edible flower or grapefruit twist
Vibe: Calm, capable, and kind of proud of yourself