Description
Sweet summer memories bloom with this Orange Crush recipe, a refreshing cocktail that whispers Caribbean sunshine. Tropical notes of tangy orange liqueur and smooth vodka dance together, promising cool sips and relaxed moments that bring pure liquid joy to your glass.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 fresh orange
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) vodka
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) triple sec
Mixer:
- 3 ounces (90 milliliters) lemon-lime soda
Garnishes:
- 1 orange wedge
- 1 maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Chill a highball glass by filling it completely with crushed ice to create an optimal serving temperature.
- Pour premium vodka and triple sec directly over the prepared ice, ensuring an even distribution of spirits.
- Extract fresh orange juice by hand-squeezing ripe oranges, allowing the vibrant citrus essence to flow into the glass.
- Gently top the cocktail with sparkling soda water, creating a light and effervescent texture.
- Delicately garnish with a thin orange slice or twist, positioning it on the glass rim for visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while the drink remains frosty and the flavors are at their peak freshness.
Notes
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the cocktail extra cold and refreshing.
- Use fresh-squeezed orange juice for the most vibrant, authentic citrus flavor that elevates the entire drink.
- Adjust vodka amount based on personal preference, making it stronger or lighter depending on taste.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace vodka and triple sec with orange sparkling water or additional fresh orange juice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg