Description
A refreshing mocktail combining zesty orange and lemon juices with the aromatic twist of rosemary, perfect for sunny afternoons and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 2 cups sparkling water
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- Ice
- Orange and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup of sugar and 1/4 cup of water over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat and cool.
- Juice the citrus: Use a squeezer to juice fresh oranges and lemons until you have 1 cup of orange juice and 1/2 cup of lemon juice.
- Mix it up: In a large pitcher, combine orange juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir well.
- Add sparkling water just before serving to keep the fizz intact.
- Prepare to serve: Fill glasses with ice and pour the mixture over, garnishing with citrus slices and rosemary.
- Enjoy: Take a sip and savor the sunshine!
Notes
You can make the simple syrup ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week. Use flavored sparkling water for an extra twist if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: mocktail, non-alcoholic drink, citrus drink, rosemary, refreshing beverage