Orange Mocktail! This citrusy and refreshing zero alcohol drink is a perfect beverage to enjoy with brunch or poolside.
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I love a good cocktail, but sometimes it’s nice to take a little break and reset.
My Orange Mocktail is a citrusy, refreshing sipper that won’t make you feel deprived of the flavors and complexity that you might find in a typical cocktail.
A combination of fresh orange juice, blood orange juice, and lemon juice add a tart and tangy kick while rosemary-infused simple syrup adds a layer of herbal notes that will keep you coming back for another taste.
Whether you’re doing a Dry January, expecting or leaning into the “sober curious” movement, there’s no doubt that there are tons of fun alcohol-free options that are simply delicious!
Looking for more refreshing mocktail recipes? Try my Miami Vice Mocktail, Mojito Mocktail or Coconut Key Lime Pie Coolers!
This recipe is naturally gluten free, dairy free and vegan.
Ingredients
- Fresh orange juice
- Blood orange juice. Blood oranges have a beautiful deep red color and sweeter, juicier taste than naval oranges. If you can’t find blood oranges, you may use regular naval oranges.
- Fresh lemon juice
- Fresh rosemary
- Granulated Sugar
- Club soda or sparkling mineral water
Instructions
Make Simple Syrup
In a small pot over medium-high heat, stir together water and sugar. Bring to a boil and allow to simmer for 1-2 minutes or until the sugar crystals are dissolved.
Remove from heat.
Toss in rosemary sprigs. Allow the mixture to steep for 10-15 minutes; this will infuse the simple syrup with the flavor of rosemary.
Discard the rosemary sprigs. Cool completely.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Tip: Use rosemary simple syrup for lemonade or even infused into compotes or jams like in this Blueberry Toast.
Make Mocktail
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add orange juice, blood orange juice, lemon juice and rosemary simple syrup.
Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds or until chilled.
Pour into a glass and finish off with club soda or sparkling water.
Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and an orange slice if desired.
Recipe FAQ’s
A mocktail is a drink make cocktail-style using non-alcoholic ingredients. It is typically made with a combination of juices and sodas or sparkling water, or with zero-proof alcohol alternatives.
Yes. This mocktail recipe may be multiplied and made as a pitcher drink. Simply combine the juices and the simple syrup in a pitcher and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Then shake each cocktail individually and top with club soda just before serving.
Variations & Substitutions
Try these variations!
- Add a splash of ginger beer (also non-alcoholic) to your mocktail for a spicy kick.
- Give your mocktail a pretty rim by dipping the glass in a shallow puddle of simple syrup, then in sparkling sugar.
- Add a shot of your favorite zero-proof spirit for a more realistic cocktail flavor.
Orange Mocktail
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Chelsea Lords
I absolutely LOVE mocktails! I don't drink so it's fun to see drinks I can make and this one looks (and sounds) fantastic! Pinned!
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons
My mom's not much of a drinker, either. Sometimes, I wonder if she really gave birth to me 😉 But seriously, my mom would love this mocktail, and I would add…a little somethin' somethin' for my own glass.
thekitchenprep
@Alice – Thanks! I love the flavor combo, too! In fact, I made some Orange Rosemary muffins a while back that were killer!
@Liz – Thanks so much! I love it, too!
@BecHeflin – Aw, yay! These are definitely refreshing and fun, hope you love it!
@Terri – Haha! Thanks! Maybe next year we'll have a car to give away… the Brunch-Mobile! 😉
@Erin – It is! Sounds a little strange at first but the herbal taste is delicious!
@Camilla – I love that! Kids should get fancy drinks, too! Serve it in pretty glasses & they'll really feel grown up!
@The Little Ferraro Kitchen – Isn't it a fun addition? I love adding basil to drinks, too!
@Veronica – So sweet! I hope she loves this one!
@Shaina – Haha! I say go for it! It'll be like a Rosemary Mimosa!
@Lanie – Thanks so much, Lanie!
@Stephie – I won't tell. 😉 Enjoy!
@Julie E – Thanks, Julie! Hope you like it!
@Courtney – It is a such a nice combo! The rosemary adds a little something without being overwhelming, and you can adjust how potent it is by steeping it for more or less time (kind of like tea). I hope it inspires you to try some other herbal cocktails! 🙂
Courtney @ Neighborfood
I love that you added rosemary to a cocktail! I really want to experiment more with adding herbs to drinks. This seems like a great place to start!
Julie E
What a fabulous flavor combination. I can't wait to give this a try!
Stephie
Love that you made a drink that everybody can sip. I'll add a splash of vodka to mine when nobody is watching 😉
Lanie Smith from The Vintage Cook
This looks so so so so , did I say SO PRETTY and refreshing. I LOVE it! Great recipe.
Shaina Wizov
I love these flavors, Dianna! Sounds delicious…I'm going to crush your mocktail dreams though and tell you I would definitely add a little vodka to this 😉
Veronica Gantley
My daugher adores her mocktails. Makes her feel like a grown up.
The Little Ferraro Kitchen
I LOVE that you added a savory herb to your drink!!
Camilla Mann
Oh, my kids will LOVE a fancy mocktail for Mothers' Day Brunch. Thanks for sharing with #BrunchWeek.
Erin
Rosemary in a cocktail (or mocktail) sound very good.
Terri Truscello Miller
Haha, brunch is an indecisive meal – so true. That Oprah comment had me cracking up! Thanks for participating again this year!
BecHeflin
You just made my brunch dreams come true! I can't have alcohol, but I was craving something refreshing to go with all of these amazing brunch dishes. THANK YOU <3
Liz Berg
What a gorgeous mocktail! The combo of orange and rosemary is amazing!
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom
I absolutely love oranges and fresh rosemary together. . big woot woot!! and love this mocktail . . the perfect beverage for a nice Brunch meal, love it!!!