Dried Grapefruit Peel, Citrus x paradisi, is also called grapefruit zest, dehydrated grapefruit peel, or grapefruit peel. Dried Grapefruit Peel has an essential oil content of between 1.5% - 2.5%.

Dried Grapefruit Peel is made primarily from the outer, colorful part of the grapefruit peel. It may contain up to 2.5% of the white part of the rind, called the pith. Pith gives a bitter flavor, while the zest contains the highest oil content and the most pleasing flavor. 

Dried Grapefruit Peel is popular with breweries and distilleries; seasoning companies; independent spice shops; bitters, spirits, and syrup manufacturers; and American restaurants.

Flavor Profile

Dried Grapefruit Peel has a robust citrus flavor with sweet and bitter notes.

How to Use

Dried Grapefruit Peel is a great way to add fruit flavor to sweet and savory food. When combined with a bit of liquid, you'll instantly recognize the floral and tangy aroma of fresh grapefruit, as well as the sophisticated bitter flavor this fruit is known for. When used in sweets, Dried Grapefruit Peel adds a flavorful element to fresh berry fillings, creamy frostings, and dried fruit compotes and custards. When baked, the flavor mellows out a bit. Rehydrate it in savory dishes to lighten up a rich stew, or add a bit of zestiness to a stir fry or sautéed vegetables, chicken, and pork.

Several of our Brew Master customers wanted us to bring in this Dried Grapefruit Peel, as it is a terrific substitute for orange peel. The dried peel retains much of the grapefruit's flavor profile which compliments beers hopped with a citrus character.

Dried Grapefruit Peel is much more potent than fresh grapefruit peel, so you only need 1/3 of the amount of dried peel when fresh zest is called for in a recipe.

To rehydrate, add three parts water to one part peel and let stand for about 15 minutes. Drain off water and you’re good to add to your recipe. 

Grapefruit Peel pairs well with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and both hot and mild chile peppers.