Vampire’s Blood Orange Drink Mocktail Recipe
This spooky and refreshing mocktail features the bold flavor and stunning crimson hue of blood orange juice. It's easy to make, naturally alcohol-free, and perfect for Halloween parties or any night you want to feel a little dramatic with your drink.
Equipment
- Citrus juicer
- Measuring cup and spoons
- Mixing glass or small pitcher
- Bar spoon or regular spoon
- Fine mesh strainer (optional)
- Serving glasses
- Ice cubes
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh blood orange juice from 2–3 blood oranges
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 –2 tablespoons simple syrup to taste
- ½ cup sparkling water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional, for added tang
- Ice cubes
- Blood orange slice or lime wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Slice and juice your blood oranges and lime using a citrus juicer.
- In a mixing glass, combine the blood orange juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and optional lemon juice.
- Stir well with a spoon.
- Strain through a fine mesh strainer if you prefer a pulp-free drink.
- Fill two clear glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the juice mixture over the ice.
- Top each glass with sparkling water and gently stir.
- Garnish with a blood orange slice or lime wheel, and serve cold.