Orange Cooler in Shell
Escape to a tropical paradise with this vibrant and refreshing *Orange Cooler in Shell*! Perfect for summer gatherings or family fun, this creative drink is served right inside hollowed-out orange shells, doubling as an eco-friendly and eye-catching presentation. Made with freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice, lightly sweetened with honey (or sugar), and topped with fizzy chilled sparkling water, this thirst-quenching beverage strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Garnished with fresh mint and plenty of ice, it’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this simple yet elegant recipe is brimming with natural flavors and perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to a citrusy twist on hydration!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large oranges
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or sugar for sweetness)
- 1 cup Chilled sparkling water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Carefully slice the tops off the oranges (about 1/4 way down) and set the tops aside. Use a small knife or a spoon to gently scoop out the pulp and juice into a bowl, being careful not to tear the shells. Reserve the hollowed-out orange shells for serving.
Strain the orange pulp through a fine mesh sieve to extract the juice if needed. Measure out 1 cup of fresh orange juice. If you don’t have enough, supplement with store-bought orange juice.
In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and honey (or sugar). Stir until the honey or sugar is fully dissolved.
Add the chilled sparkling water and ice cubes to the mixture. Stir gently to combine.
Pour the prepared cooler evenly into the hollowed-out orange shells. Top each cooler with a mint leaf for garnish if desired.
Place the reserved orange tops back on as decorative lids or serve open-faced with straws.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fun and refreshing Orange Cooler in Shell!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.1 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1845 mg | 39% | |
*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.
