Gut Friendly Classic Citrus Mocktail
Bright, tangy, and genuinely refreshing, this citrus mocktail is the kind of drink that makes you feel good from the first sip. Three kinds of fresh-squeezed juice — orange, lemon, and lime — come together with a lemon zest simple syrup that adds just the right touch of sweetness without going overboard. Because everything is made from scratch with whole, recognizable ingredients, you know exactly what's going into your glass — no artificial sweeteners, preservatives, or mystery additives that can quietly upset a sensitive gut. The sparkling water gives it a lively fizz that feels festive and fun without the alcohol or the digestive discomfort that can come with it. Making your own simple syrup takes only a few minutes on the stovetop, and you can dial the sweetness up or down to suit your taste. Served over ice with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of orange, it looks as good as it tastes — perfect for a relaxed afternoon or as a crowd-pleasing option at your next gathering.
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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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