Walnut Free Classic Citrus Mocktail
Bright, tangy, and endlessly refreshing, this citrus mocktail layers freshly squeezed orange, lemon, and lime juice into a sparkling drink that feels genuinely special. A quick homemade lemon simple syrup — made with just sugar, water, and a little lemon zest — ties all the flavors together with a subtle floral sweetness you simply can't get from a bottle. The whole thing comes together in minutes, and you can dial the sweetness up or down to suit your taste before topping it off with chilled sparkling water. Tree nut allergies can make packaged beverages and flavored syrups a real minefield, but every single ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. Garnished with a fresh orange slice and a sprig of mint, it looks like something you'd order at a rooftop bar. Whether you're hosting a crowd or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this is the kind of drink that makes everyone feel like they're getting something a little extra.
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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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