Mandarin Blush
Brighten your day with the vibrant and refreshing Mandarin Blush, a fizzy fruit mocktail that marries the zesty sweetness of fresh mandarin oranges with the tangy allure of pomegranate juice. This easy-to-make beverage is lightly sweetened with honey or simple syrup and elevated by a splash of sparkling water for a bubbly finish. Fresh lime juice adds a citrusy kick, while a garnish of mandarin slices and fragrant mint leaves adds visual appeal and a burst of freshness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this non-alcoholic drink is perfect for brunches, celebrations, or as a revitalizing afternoon treat. Serve it chilled over ice and enjoy a sip of sunshine in every glass!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces fresh mandarin oranges
- 0.5 cup pomegranate juice
- 1.5 cups sparkling water
- 2 tablespoons honey or simple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 4 slices mandarin slices (for garnish)
- 4 leaves mint leaves (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the mandarin oranges and place the segments in a blender.
Step 2
Add honey (or simple syrup) and fresh lime juice to the blender.
Step 3
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and free of chunks.
Step 4
Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a mixing bowl to extract the juice, discarding the pulp.
Step 5
Fill two tall glasses halfway with ice cubes.
Step 6
Divide the strained mandarin juice equally between the glasses.
Step 7
Add 1/4 cup of pomegranate juice to each glass.
Step 8
Top up each glass with sparkling water and gently stir to combine.
Step 9
Garnish with a slice of mandarin and a fresh mint leaf in each glass.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Mandarin Blush!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1171g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 412.1 |
| Total Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 49.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 106.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 94.1g | |
| Protein 3.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 837.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories