A refreshing non-alcoholic drink brings joy to any gathering. The Citrus Rosemary Delight Mocktail combines sweet and tangy flavors with a touch of herbal freshness.

This easy-to-make drink needs just four ingredients: fresh citrus juice, rosemary simple syrup, club soda, and ice.

Perfect for spring and summer parties, this mocktail looks elegant in a tall glass with a sprig of rosemary and a slice of citrus.

Kids and adults alike enjoy its balanced mix of flavors that wake up the taste buds without being too sweet.

The mix of orange and lemon juices gives this drink a bright taste, while the rosemary adds an interesting twist that makes it stand out from regular fruit drinks. Adding club soda creates tiny bubbles that make each sip feel special.

Citrus Rosemary Delight Mocktail Recipe

This refreshing non-alcoholic drink combines fresh citrus juices with aromatic rosemary syrup for a sophisticated and bright flavor profile.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Large cocktail shaker
Citrus juicer
Small saucepan

Fine-mesh strainer
Jigger or measuring cup
Tall glasses

Ice cube tray
Sharp knife

Ingredients

2 oz fresh grapefruit juice

1 oz fresh orange juice
1 oz fresh lemon juice
1 oz rosemary simple syrup

4 oz sparkling water
Ice cubes
Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

Orange wheel for garnish

For Rosemary Simple Syrup:

1 cup water
1 cup sugar

4 fresh rosemary sprigs

Instructions

Make the rosemary simple syrup. Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Add rosemary sprigs to the syrup. Remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes.

Strain the syrup and let it cool completely. Store extra syrup in the refrigerator.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add grapefruit juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and rosemary simple syrup.
Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.

Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.
Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig and orange wheel.

Notes

Keep leftover rosemary simple syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

For a sweeter drink, add more simple syrup. For less sweetness, reduce the syrup amount.

Fresh-squeezed citrus juices make a big difference in taste compared to bottled juices.

Make sure to strain the simple syrup well to remove any rosemary leaves.

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Tasting Notes

This refreshing mocktail starts with bright citrus notes that wake up the taste buds. The blend of fresh orange and lemon creates a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.

The rosemary adds a subtle herbal aroma that complements the citrus. Its pine-like notes give the drink an elegant touch without being too strong.

A hint of honey brings natural sweetness and smooths out the acidic edges of the citrus. The honey also adds a light silky texture to each sip.

Key Flavor Notes:

Primary: Fresh citrus, sweet orange

Secondary: Pine-like rosemary
Background: Floral honey
Finish: Clean and crisp

The carbonation creates tiny bubbles that make the drink feel light and energetic. Each sip ends with a clean, refreshing finish that makes you want to take another.

The drink’s flavors mix best when served very cold. Ice helps maintain the ideal temperature and keeps the bubbles lively.

Substitute

You can make this mocktail with different ingredients when the main ones aren’t available. Instead of fresh citrus, use store-bought lemon or lime juice. Each fresh citrus fruit equals about 2 tablespoons of bottled juice.

For rosemary simple syrup, try store-bought rosemary syrup. Or swap it with plain simple syrup and add 2-3 drops of rosemary extract.

Club soda works great instead of sparkling water. Tonic water is another choice, though it adds a bitter taste and extra sweetness.

No fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish? Use a thin lemon wheel or lime wedge. A sprig of fresh thyme or basil can work too.

Pro tip: Make a big batch by multiplying the ingredients by the number of servings needed. Mix everything except the sparkling water, then add it right before serving.

Here’s a quick substitute guide:

Fresh citrus → Bottled juice (2 tbsp per fruit)

Rosemary syrup → Plain syrup + rosemary extract
Sparkling water → Club soda or tonic water
Rosemary garnish → Citrus wheel or fresh herbs

Citrus Rosemary Delight Mocktail Recipe