Mint Orange Squash
Brighten your day with the refreshing burst of Mint Orange Squash, a vibrant homemade beverage that perfectly marries the citrusy zing of freshly squeezed orange juice with the cooling aroma of mint leaves. This quick and easy recipe features a touch of sweetness from a delicately prepared simple syrup and a hint of zesty orange peel, creating layers of invigorating flavors. Blended mint syrup ensures a smooth, herbaceous twist, while ice cubes and a refrigerator chill make this squash irresistibly cool and ideal for hot summer days. Topped with fresh mint sprigs for an elegant finish, this mint orange squash is the ultimate thirst-quencher that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Perfect for family gatherings or solo indulgences, this 15-minute recipe is your ticket to a revitalizing homemade drink everyone will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 10 grams Mint leaves
- 50 grams Sugar
- 250 ml Water
- 10 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 pieces Mint sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat.
Stir continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved to form a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool.
In a blender, add the mint leaves and blend with 2-3 tablespoons of the prepared simple syrup until smooth. Strain the mint syrup to remove any solids.
In a large jug, combine the freshly squeezed orange juice, the remaining simple syrup, the mint syrup, and the orange zest. Stir well to mix all the flavors.
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15 minutes, or until nicely cold.
When ready to serve, fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled mint orange squash into each glass.
Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and serve immediately for a refreshing experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.2 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1119 mg | 24% | |
*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.
