Description
Refreshing Citrus Spritz Mocktail blends zesty Mediterranean flavors with sparkling sophistication. Crisp orange and lemon notes dance alongside herbal undertones, creating a sophisticated non-alcoholic beverage you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) sparkling water or soda water
- ½ cup (120 ml) fresh orange juice
- ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey or simple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Orange slices (garnish)
- Grapefruit wedges (garnish)
- Lime wheels (garnish)
- Fresh mint sprigs (garnish)
Instructions
- Juice Extraction: Vigorously squeeze oranges, grapefruits, and limes directly into a mixing pitcher, ensuring maximum juice yield and releasing the fruits’ essential oils.
- Sweetness Infusion: Incorporate honey or simple syrup into the citrus mixture, whisking dynamically to create a harmonious blend that balances tartness with subtle sweetness.
- Ice Preparation: Generously fill a tall glass with crystal-clear ice cubes, creating a frosty foundation that will instantly chill and elevate the mocktail’s temperature.
- Liquid Assembly: Gracefully pour the citrus-honey concoction over the ice, allowing the liquid to cascade and intermingle, creating a mesmerizing visual and sensory experience.
- Effervescent Finish: Top the drink with sparkling water, gently tilting the glass to encourage a delicate integration of flavors and textures, creating a light and refreshing profile.
- Garnish Artistry: Adorn the mocktail with an elegant arrangement of citrus wheels – a vibrant orange slice, a glistening grapefruit wedge, and a zesty lime round – then crown with a fragrant mint sprig to enhance both visual appeal and aromatic complexity.
- Serving Recommendation: Present the mocktail immediately, offering a vibrant, invigorating libation that captures the essence of sunshine and fresh, crisp flavors.
Notes
- Balance Citrus Intensity: Adjust the ratio of different citrus juices to find your perfect tangy-sweet profile, tasting as you mix to avoid overwhelming sourness.
- Chill Glasses Beforehand: Refrigerate glasses in advance to maintain the mocktail’s crisp, cool temperature longer and enhance the refreshing experience.
- Perfect Ice Selection: Use large, clear ice cubes that melt slowly to prevent dilution and keep the drink’s vibrant flavor concentrated and pristine.
- Garnish with Purpose: Choose fresh, high-quality citrus slices and mint sprigs that not only look beautiful but also add an extra layer of aromatic complexity to the mocktail.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg