Cranberry Fresh Citrus Drink (Printable)

A refreshing cranberry and citrus drink, lightly sweetened and sparkling, garnished with fresh mint.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Juices

01 - 1 cup unsweetened cranberry juice
02 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

→ Sweetener

04 - 1 to 2 teaspoons maple or agave syrup, to taste

→ Sparkling

05 - 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda

→ Garnish

06 - 4 to 6 fresh cranberries
07 - 2 orange slices
08 - Fresh mint sprigs
09 - Ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes.
02 - In a pitcher or shaker, mix cranberry juice, orange juice, lime juice, and maple syrup. Stir or shake until fully combined.
03 - Pour the juice blend evenly into the prepared glasses.
04 - Top each glass with sparkling water and gently stir to incorporate.
05 - Decorate with fresh cranberries, orange slices, and mint sprigs. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This drink feels like a secret refreshment you want to share just with your closest friends
  • The mix of tart cranberry and a hint of citrus hit the spot every single time, no matter the season
02 -
  • Using unsweetened cranberry juice lets you control the sweetness level perfectly without surprises
  • The fizz from sparkling water is what turns this from juice to a mocktail sensation
03 -
  • Try prepping your juice mix in advance but add sparkling water and garnishes just before serving to keep fizz vibrant
  • Using cold ingredients throughout helps maintain the refreshing chill and fuller flavor