Citrus-Ginger Sparkling Mocktail
A refreshing non-alcoholic sparkling mocktail featuring bright citrus flavors and a subtle spicy ginger kick. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, ginger syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz ginger syrup
- 1 cup sparkling water
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 for garnish orange slice
- 4 leaves for garnish fresh mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 3/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and 1 oz ginger syrup with a handful of ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
- Step 2: Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes. Slowly top with 1 cup sparkling water to maintain fizziness.
- Step 3: Gently stir once to combine. Garnish with 1 slice of fresh orange and 4 fresh mint leaves on top for aroma and visual appeal.
