Blood Orange Mocktail Spritzer
This vibrant ruby-red mocktail combines the sweet-floral notes of blood orange with zesty lime and effervescent alcohol-free rosé. A sophisticated, three-ingredient drink that delivers maximum visual impact with minimum effort – perfect for celebrations or elevating everyday moments. Ready in under three minutes, it offers the elegance of a craft cocktail without the alcohol, showcasing the natural beauty of seasonal blood oranges in a refreshing, balanced spritzer.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons 30ml fresh blood orange juice - The star ingredient that provides both stunning color and sweet-tart flavor
- 1 tablespoon 15ml fresh lime juice - Adds brightness and balances the sweetness of the blood orange
- 1 cup 240ml alcohol-free rosé wine - Creates the spritzer effect with subtle wine notes
- Ice cubes - Keeps the drink refreshingly cold
- Blood orange slice - For an eye-catching garnish that hints at what's inside
- Sprig of rosemary thyme, or mint - Adds aromatic notes and visual contrast
Instructions
- Fill a large wine glass with ice cubes and press a slice of blood orange against the inside of the glass. This creates a beautiful display that shows through the glass.
- Pour in 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed blood orange juice and 1 tablespoon of lime juice over the ice.
- Slowly add 1 cup of alcohol-free rosé wine (or ginger beer) into the glass.
- Gently stir everything together, being careful not to dislodge the blood orange slice.
- Top with a sprig of rosemary or your chosen herb for a pop of color, then serve immediately while cold and fresh.
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