Flash Lightning
Brighten your day with "Flash Lightning," a zesty and invigorating citrus mocktail that's as refreshing as it sounds! This easy-to-make recipe combines the bold flavors of fresh orange and lemon juices with the gentle spice of grated ginger, sweetened naturally with honey. Topped with fizzy sparkling water and served over ice, it’s the perfect thirst-quencher for sunny afternoons or elegant gatherings. Ready in just 10 minutes, this non-alcoholic drink is a crowd-pleaser, complete with optional garnishes of orange slices and fresh mint for a vibrant finishing touch. Delight your taste buds with this sparkling citrus sensation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1.5 cups Sparkling water
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 slice Orange slice (optional for garnish)
- 3 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the honey and grated ginger. Use a spoon to mix thoroughly, allowing the honey to infuse with the ginger flavor.
Fill a large mixing glass or shaker with the ice cubes.
Add the fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and the honey-ginger mixture to the mixing glass. Stir well until the honey is fully dissolved.
Slowly pour in the sparkling water and gently stir to combine the ingredients without losing too much carbonation.
Strain the mixture into two serving glasses filled with fresh ice cubes.
Optional: Garnish each glass with an orange slice and a few mint leaves for a vibrant and decorative touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing citrus boost!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*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.
