Eggless Classic Citrus Mocktail

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.6

(5)

Bright, tangy, and endlessly refreshing, this citrus mocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — no bar cart required. Three kinds of fresh-squeezed juice come together with a lemon-zested simple syrup that adds just the right touch of sweetness without tipping into cloying territory. The whole thing gets topped with chilled sparkling water for a fizzy lift that makes it feel genuinely festive. Since it's built entirely from fruit, sugar, water, and a splash of bubbles, there's nothing here that could sneak in an unwanted ingredient — it's naturally free of eggs and any of the usual hidden culprits found in store-bought mixers or pre-made drink syrups. A garnish of fresh mint and an orange slice takes the presentation from casual to cocktail-hour worthy in seconds. Make a big pitcher for a crowd or keep the recipe as written for two perfectly portioned glasses.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the simple syrup

¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup water
1 tsp lemon zest

For the mocktail

½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 1 lime)
1 cup sparkling water, chilled
1 cup ice cubes

For serving

2 orange slices, for garnish (optional)
2 sprigs fresh mint, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the sugar, water, and lemon zest in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool for 10 minutes, then strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or jar, discarding the zest.
2
Combine the orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of the cooled lemon simple syrup in a cocktail shaker or pitcher. Taste and add up to 1 additional tablespoon of syrup if you prefer a sweeter drink.

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