Looking for a refreshing drink that’s perfect for any occasion? The Lime Orange Frost Mocktail brings together zesty citrus flavors in a delightfully frosty beverage that’s sure to impress your guests.

This easy-to-make mocktail combines fresh lime juice, orange slices, and crushed ice to create a cool, tangy drink without any alcohol. The bright colors and fresh taste make it an excellent choice for summer gatherings, family celebrations, or when you simply want something special to sip.

The recipe takes less than five minutes to prepare and requires ingredients you might already have in your kitchen. Its vibrant appearance and refreshing taste will have everyone asking for the recipe.

Lime Orange Frost Mocktail Recipe

This refreshing mocktail combines the bright flavors of lime and orange with a frosty texture that makes it perfect for warm days or special occasions.

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Prep Time 8

Total Time 8

Serving Size

Equipment

Blender
Measuring cups and spoons
Citrus juicer or reamer
Zester or fine grater
Glasses for serving (preferably chilled)
Ice cube trays
Knife and cutting board
Straws (optional)
Cocktail garnish picks (optional)

Ingredients

2 cups ice cubes
1 cup fresh orange juice about 3-4 oranges
¼ cup fresh lime juice about 2-3 limes
2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 teaspoon orange zest
½ cup sparkling water or club soda
Mint leaves for garnish
Orange and lime slices for garnish

Fresh juice is strongly recommended over bottled for the best flavor. The zest adds an aromatic citrus oil that enhances the drink considerably

Instructions

Chill the glasses in the freezer for about 15 minutes before making the mocktail.
Wash the oranges and limes thoroughly, then zest them before juicing.
Juice the oranges and limes, straining out any seeds or pulp as desired.
Add the ice, orange juice, lime juice, sweetener, and zests to the blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes slushy but not completely liquid, about 30-45 seconds.
Pour the frosty mixture into the chilled glasses, filling them about ¾ full.
Top each glass with sparkling water and stir gently.
Garnish with mint leaves and citrus slices before serving immediately.

This mocktail is best enjoyed right after making it, as the icy texture will melt quickly.

Notes

The recipe makes about 4 servings, depending on glass size. For a smoother texture, freeze some of the orange juice in ice cube trays beforehand and use those instead of regular ice cubes.

For a more sophisticated flavor, add a dash of orange blossom water or a few drops of vanilla extract. Kids especially enjoy this with a splash of grenadine for a sunset effect.

To make this ahead of time, blend everything except the sparkling water and keep it frozen. Blend again briefly when ready to serve, then add the sparkling water.

For a non-blended version, simply shake the juices and sweetener with ice in a cocktail shaker, strain into a glass with fresh ice, and top with sparkling water.

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Tasting Notes

The Lime Orange Frost Mocktail offers a bright, refreshing flavor profile that balances sweet and tart notes. The first sip delivers a zesty citrus punch from the fresh lime juice and orange zest.

Cold and frosty in texture, this drink provides an invigorating sensation similar to a slushie, but with a more sophisticated flavor blend. The sweetness level is moderate, making it appealing to those who prefer drinks that aren’t overly sugary.

Primary Flavors:

Tangy lime (dominant)
Sweet orange (secondary)
Cool mint (subtle background note)

The frosted rim adds a pleasant textural contrast and extra sweetness that complements the tartness of the citrus. When properly mixed, no single ingredient overpowers the others.

This mocktail has a clean finish without any artificial aftertaste. The mint garnish contributes a gentle cooling effect without competing with the citrus flavors.

Perfect for hot summer days, this drink remains refreshing even as it gradually melts. The flavor intensity holds up well, though the texture naturally becomes less slushy over time.

Those who enjoy citrus-forward beverages will appreciate the bold lime character paired with the gentler orange notes in this frost mocktail.

Substitute

If you don’t have some ingredients for the Lime Orange Frost Mocktail, don’t worry! There are many simple swaps you can make.

For the citrus base, you can replace lime with lemon or grapefruit. Each will give a different but refreshing taste to your mocktail.

Coconut water can be swapped with regular water. However, you’ll lose some flavor. Club soda or sparkling water work well too for extra fizz.

Common Substitutes:

Lime juice → Lemon juice or grapefruit juice
Orange juice → Tangerine juice or blood orange juice
Coconut water → Regular water, club soda, or sparkling water
Mint leaves → Basil leaves or skip entirely
Simple syrup → Honey, agave nectar, or maple syrup
Crushed ice → Regular ice cubes (will change texture)

For a less sweet drink, cut the simple syrup in half or use stevia. Those avoiding sugar completely can try a sugar-free flavored syrup.

The mocktail can become alcoholic by adding 1-2 oz of white rum or vodka. This changes it into a cocktail but keeps the tropical flavor profile.

Remember that each swap might change the taste slightly, but that’s part of making the recipe your own!

Lime Orange Frost Mocktail Recipe