Coconut Free Cranberry Orange Sparkling Cooler
Bright, tangy, and beautifully fizzy, this sparkling cooler is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy brunch spot but comes together in minutes with just a pitcher and a spoon. Fresh-squeezed orange juice brings natural sweetness, while unsweetened cranberry juice adds a bold, tart backbone that keeps things from tipping into cloying territory. A splash of lime juice sharpens everything up, and maple syrup ties it all together with a subtle, earthy sweetness that feels a little more interesting than plain sugar. Many store-bought sparkling beverages and flavored drinks sneak in coconut water or coconut-derived sweeteners, so mixing your own from scratch is a genuinely smart move. The slow pour of sparkling water down the side of the glass is a small but satisfying trick that keeps every sip effervescent right to the bottom. Garnish with a fresh orange slice and a sprig of mint and you've got something that looks stunning on a table without any extra effort.
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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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