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Blood Orange Cranberry Mocktail

Blood Orange Cranberry Mocktail

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 15 minutes plus chilling time
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

The Blood Orange Cranberry Mocktail is a vibrant and refreshing non-alcoholic drink combining the tangy sweetness of blood orange juice with the festive tartness of cranberry juice. Enhanced with a hint of lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, natural sweetener, and a natural gelling agent for a silky texture, this bubbly mocktail is perfect for any occasion. Garnished with fresh mint leaves, it offers a visually stunning and delightfully flavorful experience that can be customized to suit your tastes.

Ingredients

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Juices and Liquids

  • 1 cup fresh blood orange juice
  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup sparkling water

Sweeteners and Texture

  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (natural) or agave syrup (natural), to taste
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (prepared according to package instructions)

Garnish

  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Thin slices of blood orange (optional)
  • Fresh cranberries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Juices: Start by squeezing fresh blood oranges and lemons to obtain fresh, bright juices. Measure out cranberry juice and combine all three juices in a mixing bowl or pitcher.
  2. Add Apple Cider Vinegar and Sweetener (natural): Pour in a small splash of apple cider vinegar to add subtle complexity, then stir in your choice of maple or agave syrup to balance the tart juices. Mix well to combine all flavors thoroughly.
  3. Incorporate Natural Gelling Agent: Prepare the natural gelling agent following the package instructions, then whisk it into the juice mixture to create a smooth, silky texture.
  4. Chill and Sparkle: Refrigerate the juice mixture until nicely chilled. Just before serving, add sparkling water to give the mocktail a lively, bubbly finish.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Pour the mocktail over ice cubes into glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and optionally a thin slice of blood orange or a few fresh cranberries for added color and aroma.

Notes

  • Use freshly squeezed blood orange juice for the best flavor and vibrant color.
  • Adjust sweetener and lemon juice to balance tartness and sweetness to your preference.
  • Follow instructions carefully when preparing the natural gelling agent to avoid clumping.
  • Keep the base mixture chilled before adding sparkling water to maintain fizz longer.
  • Serve in clear glasses to showcase the drink’s beautiful red hues.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Beverages
  • Method: No cooking required
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 glass (about 250 ml)
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: blood orange mocktail, cranberry drink, non-alcoholic beverage, festive mocktail, refreshing drink, natural gelling agent, vegan drink, sparkling mocktail

Find it online: https://familycookspot.com/blood-orange-cranberry-mocktail/