Red Meat Allergy Friendly Classic Citrus Mocktail

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

Red Meat Allergy Friendly Classic Citrus Mocktail

Bright, tangy, and endlessly refreshing, this triple-citrus mocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special. Fresh-squeezed orange, lemon, and lime juice are layered with a lemon zest simple syrup, then topped with sparkling water for a fizzy, balanced sip that tastes far more sophisticated than the effort involved. The homemade syrup takes just a few minutes on the stovetop and adds a fragrant depth that store-bought mixers simply can't match. Every single ingredient here is naturally plant-based and fruit-forward, so there's zero concern about hidden animal proteins or cross-contact — it's a genuinely worry-free pour. A sprig of fresh mint and an orange slice on the rim make it look gorgeous without any extra fuss. Whether you're hosting a crowd or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this is the kind of glass you'll want to keep refilling.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the simple syrup

¼ cup granulated sugar
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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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