Breastfeeding Friendly Cranberry Orange Sparkling Cooler
Staying well-hydrated while nursing can feel like a full-time job on top of, well, the actual full-time job of feeding a baby. This sparkling cooler makes it genuinely enjoyable — bright citrus, tart cranberry, and a touch of maple syrup come together in a drink that feels festive without any caffeine or alcohol to worry about. The 100% unsweetened cranberry juice brings real fruit goodness with no mystery additives, and fresh-squeezed orange juice keeps things clean and naturally sweet. A splash of lime juice ties it all together with just enough zing to make every sip refreshing. Sparkling water gives it that satisfying fizz you might be missing if you've been steering clear of sodas. It comes together in a single pitcher in just a few minutes, which is exactly the kind of effort level new parents need. Garnish with a mint sprig and an orange slice and it looks like something from a brunch menu — no one has to know how easy it was.
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4 servings
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 3 medium oranges), chilled
- 1 cup 100% cranberry juice (unsweetened, no added fruit juices), chilled
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- 4 thin orange slices, for garnish (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the orange juice, cranberry juice, maple syrup, and lime juice in a pitcher and stir until the maple syrup is fully dissolved.
- 2
Fill four tall glasses with ice. Pour the juice mixture evenly over the ice, filling each glass about halfway.
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