Mint Orangeade Cooler
Beat the heat with this vibrant Mint Orangeade Cooler, a refreshing citrus-infused drink that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a soothing pick-me-up. This recipe combines the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed orange juice with the cool, invigorating flavor of muddled mint. Sweetened with a homemade simple syrup and finished with effervescent sparkling water, each sip offers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and fizzy. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this cooler is served over ice and garnished with fresh orange slices and mint sprigs for a picture-perfect presentation. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or lounging by the pool, this minty orangeade is a must-try crowd-pleaser for citrus lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Fresh oranges
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Cold sparkling water
- 8 cubes Ice cubes
- 2 slices Orange slices
- 2 sprigs Mint sprigs
Instructions
Juice the four large fresh oranges into a bowl or pitcher, ensuring there are no seeds or pulp (strain if necessary).
In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 2 cups of water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a simple syrup. Let it cool to room temperature.
Add the mint leaves to the cooled syrup and gently muddle them with the back of a spoon to release their oils. Let the syrup sit for 5 minutes, then strain out the mint leaves.
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed orange juice, minted simple syrup, and cold sparkling water. Stir gently to mix.
Fill serving glasses with 2 ice cubes each and pour the Mint Orangeade Cooler into the glasses.
Garnish each glass with an orange slice and a sprig of mint for a decorative touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Mint Orangeade Cooler!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 310 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1232 mg | 26% | |
*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.
