Sparkling Citrus Punch Orange (Print Version)

A lively citrus blend of orange and lemon with sparkling bubbles for a refreshing drink.

# Components:

→ Citrus Fruits

01 - 2 large oranges, thinly sliced
02 - 2 large lemons, thinly sliced

→ Juice and Base

03 - 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
04 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Sweetener

05 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar, optional

→ Sparkling Component

06 - 4 cups chilled sparkling water or club soda
07 - 25 fl oz chilled sparkling lemonade or lemon-lime soda

→ Garnish

08 - Fresh mint leaves, optional
09 - Ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - In a large punch bowl, combine orange slices, lemon slices, freshly squeezed orange juice, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
02 - Sprinkle granulated sugar over the fruit and juices. Stir gently until the sugar is mostly dissolved, or omit if you prefer less sweetness.
03 - Add chilled sparkling water and sparkling lemonade to the bowl. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
04 - Add plenty of ice cubes and fresh mint leaves if desired.
05 - Pour immediately into glasses, ensuring each serving receives fruit slices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's embarrassingly easy to throw together but tastes like you spent hours perfecting it.
  • The fizz and fresh citrus make people feel like they're getting something special, not just juice in a cup.
  • You can make it in under ten minutes, which means more time actually enjoying the party instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
02 -
  • Don't add the ice or sparkling elements more than a few minutes before serving, or you'll end up with diluted, flat punch that disappoints everyone.
  • If your guests are taking a while to arrive, keep the juice and fruit mixture in the fridge and add the fizzy components at the last second—this is the one rule that will save your punch.
03 -
  • Chill your punch bowl for ten minutes before adding anything—cold glassware keeps the punch at the right temperature longer and makes people feel like they're getting something fancy.
  • Slice your citrus fruits paper-thin using a sharp knife or mandoline; thick slices look clunky and won't infuse flavor as effectively.
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