Description
Elevate your gatherings with this delightful Cranberry and Orange Juice Mocktail, a refreshing beverage that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of fall and winter festivities. This vibrant drink is an ideal choice for holiday parties, cozy evenings at home, or sunny afternoons. The tartness of cranberry juice harmonizes beautifully with the sweetness of fresh orange juice and a hint of maple syrup, making it enjoyable for everyone—adults and kids alike. Its stunning colors and festive garnishes not only make it visually appealing but also add to the overall experience of any celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce fresh orange juice
- 2 ounces 100% cranberry juice
- ½ ounce maple syrup
- 1 ounce seltzer
- Orange wheel and cranberries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare garnish by threading cranberries and an orange wheel onto a cocktail pick.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine fresh orange juice, cranberry juice, and maple syrup.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well mixed.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top off with seltzer for a refreshing fizz.
- Garnish with the prepared cocktail pick and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For optimal flavor, use fresh-squeezed orange juice and high-quality cranberry juice without added sugars. Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup based on your taste preference. Chill your glass beforehand to keep your mocktail refreshingly cold longer.