Top 8 Refreshing Orange Juice Mocktail

Have you ever looked at the carton of orange juice sitting in your fridge and wondered, "What else can I turn this juice into?" Well, we have a creative solution to your problem. Simply spin the beverage into a refreshing orange juice mocktail! Contrary to popular belief, no, you do not need to be a seasoned mixologist to create your favourite mocktails. All it takes are a few ingredients and a whole lot of determination. Let us make this process easier for you with a list of simple yet delicious orange mocktail recipes that are perfect if you need a little zest added to your day.

Classic Orange Juice Mocktails

If you want to retain the classic taste and complexities of orange juice, then here’s a list of orange mocktails to try:

1. Orange Sunrise

This orange-based mocktail is practically sunrise in a glass. It mimics the gradient colours of the sun and makes for a stunning drink to be served to your guests. All you need for this orange sunrise mocktail is a cup of orange juice with one-quarter parts of grenadine syrup and a splash of sparkling water. You may serve this cold with a handful of ice cubes. If you do not have grenadine syrup at hand, here’s something you can try. Simply, simmer some pomegranate juice with sugar until it thickens. Cool and add it to this mocktail recipe with orange juice. 

2. Blood Orange Mocktail

We have another eye-grabber in the mix, with this blood-orange mocktail. Owing to the type of orange used in the recipe, the drink is generally sweet with a tinge of acidity from the lemon juice. The best way to make it is by mixing a cup of blood orange juice with a tablespoon of lemon juice. If you need it a bit sweeter, you may always add a drizzle of honey. Finish it by pouring in some sparkling water with a few ice cubes. Top with a sprig of mint and an orange slice for garnish. 

Tropical Mocktails

When you are planning a tropical-themed party, nothing beats these orange mocktail drinks. Here’s our pick for the part:

1. Pineapple Orange Paradise

Get the taste of the tropics in winter with this orange juice mocktail. It is tart, sweet and coconut-ty—the best combination for any drink. For this, take a drink shaker and combine a cup of orange juice with half a cup of pineapple juice. Add in at least one-fourth cup of coconut juice and a handful of ice cubes to this shaker as well. Mix it until the drink turns cold. Pour this drink through a sieve and serve it fresh with a slice of pineapple. 

2. Lychee Passion Fruit Fusion

Lychees and passion fruit are just the exotic addition you need to an orange-based mocktail. Recreate this by combining a cup of lychee juice with half a cup of orange juice with some passion fruit puree in a shaker with some ice. Transfer this vibrant liquid into a tall glass with more ice and a lychee for garnish.

Spiced and Flavourful Mocktails

Orange juice is versatile. Here’s how a few spices can transform the juice into a comforting orange juice mocktail. 

1. Cinnamon Orange Zing

You may have to start this recipe by making a spiced simple syrup with cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves until it thickens. Once done, let it cool. Now, add some ice cubes with about a tablespoon of the spiced simple syrup and a pinch of cinnamon (optional) to a shaker. Finish with a cup of orange juice and give it a good shake. Run this mix through a sieve and serve with a cinnamon stick.

2. Ginger Blood Orange Sparkler

Following the spice theme, here’s another blood orange-based mocktail you might want to try. For this, take a fresh ginger, grate it and run it through a sieve to extract its juice. Transfer this to a glass and add in about half a cup of blood orange juice. Give these ingredients a good mix and fill the rest of the glass with ice shavings. Serve with a splash of club soda and that’s it!

Citrus Fusion Mocktails

Who doesn’t love a well-executed fusion mocktails? Impress your guests with these orange mocktails:

1. Citrus Boost

Try this mocktail recipe with orange juice when you require a quick citrus boost. All you need is about equal parts of orange and grapefruit juice. Take this mix and add it to a tall glass. Now, fill the glass with ice shavings and squeeze in some lime juice. Carefully top this with some cranberry juice and sparkling water for a fizzy aftertaste.

2. Tangy Twist

This tangy mocktail is made with the goodness of orange, pomegranate and lemon. For this, add a cup of orange juice, lemon juice and simple syrup with some ice to a shaker. Once the mix is chilled and ready, transfer it to a short glass filled to the brim with ice. Gently pour in some pomegranate juice and club soda. Garnish with a slice of lemon and serve instantly.

As you can see, with each orange juice mocktail, you simply need to focus on your main ingredient, which is orange juice, and build from there. With a little practice and these orange mocktail recipes, you will surely become a maestro in no time. So, let the delicious creativity begin!