Citrus Smack
Quench your thirst with Citrus Smack, a vibrant and refreshing beverage that combines the zesty flavors of orange, lemon, and lime with a touch of natural sweetness from honey. Infused with lightly muddled fresh mint leaves and topped off with cold sparkling water, this citrusy drink offers an invigorating burst of flavor in every sip. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a non-alcoholic option for any occasion, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and delivers a delightful balance of tanginess and fizz. Serve over ice with citrus slices for a stunning presentation that’s as refreshing to look at as it is to drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Orange juice
- 0.5 cups Lemon juice
- 0.25 cups Lime juice
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 10 Fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups Cold sparkling water
- 1 tray Ice cubes
- 4 pieces Orange slices
- 4 pieces Lemon slices
- 4 pieces Lime slices
Instructions
In a large pitcher, combine orange juice, lemon juice, and lime juice.
Add the honey to the citrus juice mixture. Stir well until the honey is completely dissolved.
Lightly muddle the fresh mint leaves by gently bruising them with a wooden spoon to release their aroma. Add the mint leaves to the pitcher.
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Just before serving, pour the cold sparkling water into the pitcher and stir gently to combine.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and garnish with orange, lemon, and lime slices.
Pour the Citrus Smack into the prepared glasses, ensuring a bit of mint leaf and garnish ends up in each glass.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing burst of citrus and mint!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.3 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 102.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1809 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
