The Recipe · No.1078 · Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail)

Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail), and where to source it

Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail) — Worth The Hunt WORTH THE HUNT Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail) Highball 5best2buy.com

A highball is built in the glass, not shaken. Add the cranberry first and the grapefruit last so you get that natural pink-to-red gradient without lifting a shaker.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep3 min
Cook0 min
Makesmakes 1
CuisineHighball
Cost$
VeganGluten-free
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 1 servings
Our ratio, your call. The amounts below are a tested starting point — a version, not the one and only. Anything tagged to taste is the knob you turn: start there, then make it yours.
Cranberry juice
Real cranberry juice, not a sweetened cocktail blend. You want the tart backbone, not sugar water.
4 ozrecommended
Source it →
Grapefruit juice
Fresh-squeezed if you can. Bottled grapefruit turns bitter and dull.
2 ozrecommended
Local / market
Fresh lime
A small squeeze to sharpen the finish.
0.25 ozrecommended
Local / market
Ice
Fill the glass. A highball dilutes as you drink, so cold cubes carry it.
to fillrecommended
Local / market
Lime wheel
Fresh, for the garnish and a hit of oil on the rim.
1 wheelrecommended
Local / market
The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Barely a splurge
A light hand — your arteries say thanks.
EffortEasy
Cook it with
No-cook
The Method
  1. BuildFill a highball with ice. Pour the cranberry, then the grapefruit, then the squeeze of lime straight in.
  2. SettleGive it one gentle stir if you want it uniform, or leave it for the pink-to-red fade.
  3. GarnishLime wheel on the rim. Run it around the edge first so the oil scents the sip.
The Toolkit

Highball glass · Bar spoon · Jigger

Straight Answers
Can you make Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail) in an air fryer? — Not needed

No cooking needed here — this one comes together without heat, so the air fryer sits it out.

Can you freeze Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail)? — Yes

Yes — cool it, portion into airtight containers, and freeze; thaw in the fridge and reheat.

Can you make Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail) ahead of time? — Partly

The components hold — prep the parts ahead and finish it close to serving for the best texture.

Is Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail) gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Virgin Sea Breeze (Sea Breeze Mocktail) vegan? — Yes

Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.

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