Classic Sparkling Orangeade
A revitalizing citrus cooler perfect for warm afternoons. This refreshing mocktail blends the tartness of lemon with the sweetness of fresh orange juice, balanced by sugar syrup and lengthened with crisp soda water for a fizzy finish.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by fresh-squeezed citrus and bright lemon zest. On the palate, the sharp acidity of the lemon is balanced by the natural sugars of the orange and simple syrup. The mouthfeel is light and bubbly due to the soda water, finishing with a crisp and clean citrus dryness.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Lemon Juice5 cl
- Orange Juice15 cl
- Sugar Syrup2.5 cl
- Soda Water5 cl
Preparation
- 1
Fill a highball glass with fresh ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in the lemon juice, orange juice, and sugar syrup.
- 3
Stir the mixture well to ensure the syrup dissolves and the juices combine.
- 4
Top up the glass with cold soda water.
- 5
Serve immediately with a drinking straw.
Substitutions
- Sugar SyrupHoney Syrup — Honey introduces a floral depth and a thicker mouthfeel compared to plain sugar.
- Soda WaterSparkling Mineral Water — Mineral water provides more aggressive carbonation and a subtle salty finish.
- Orange JuiceBlood Orange Juice — This swap increases the tartness and provides a deeper, berry-like flavour profile.
- Lemon JuiceLime Juice — Lime adds a sharper, more tropical acidic bite than lemon juice.
Variations
Spiced Orangeade
Add 1 CL of ginger syrup or a pinch of ground cinnamon to provide a warm, sharp contrast to the cold citrus.
Herbal Fizz
Muddle three fresh mint leaves in the glass before adding ice to introduce a cooling, aromatic finish.