Blood Orange Mocktail with Rosemary Honey Syrup

This vibrant blood orange mocktail with rosemary honey syrup is a refreshing blend of sweet, tangy, and herbal flavors. The zesty kick of fresh lime juice perfectly balances the natural sweetness of the blood orange juice. The rosemary honey syrup adds a fragrant sweetness, contrasting the citrus and elevating the entire drink. Topped with sparkling water, it offers a delightful fizz that brings everything together in a crisp, effervescent finish. The mocktail is garnished with a sprig of rosemary and a slice of blood orange for an extra touch of elegance and a hint of herbal aroma, making it the perfect non-alcoholic refreshment for any occasion.

Isn’t the hue of this mocktail showstopping? I can’t get over how vibrant blood orange is. This winter citrus is one of my favorite ingredients to play with throughout the holidays.

I love making drinks with blood orange juice, such as this Blood Orange Cocktail with Mezcal, Blood Orange Vanilla Martini, and Blood Orange Moscow Mule. This is my first mocktail recipe using blood oranges.

I also love making desserts with it like Blood Orange Cheesecake, Blood Orange Cupcakes, Blood Orange Meringue Pie, and Blood Orange Mimosa Cake.

If you haven’t used blood orange in your recipes, it’s a must this season!

Now, let’s talk about this drink! Every now and again, you need a good mocktail, either for yourself or for your friends. I’ve included directions for how to turn it into a mocktail pitcher recipe in the recipe card.

This mocktail tastes citrusy, and then you get this soft herbal flavor, which is unexpected but works really well. The sparkling water gives it fizziness.

The rosemary honey syrup is easy to make and lasts a few weeks in the fridge. The honey is perfect in this drink; it’s light and fragrant.

I hope you enjoy sipping this mocktail as much as I have.

Ingredients

• honey
• fresh rosemary
• blood orange juice
• lime juice
• sparkling water
• rosemary sprigs & blood orange slices for garnish

How to Make a Blood Orange Mocktail

First, make the honey syrup. Combine the water, honey, and rosemary sprigs in a small pot or pan.

Gently muddle the rosemary until it becomes fragrant.

Bring the syrup to a simmer over medium heat. Allow it to simmer for a few minutes, then remove it from heat.

Allow the rosemary to steep in the syrup as it cools to room temperature. When the syrup has reached room temperature, remove and discard the rosemary. You should have enough syrup for 4-6 drinks (about ¾ cup).

Keep the syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

To make one blood orange mocktail, add the blood orange juice to a large tumbler or double old-fashioned glass.

Next, add some lime juice.

Add some rosemary honey syrup.

Stir the drink well.

Add a handful of ice.

Top with the sparkling water.

Slap the rosemary sprig garnish on your palm to help release some of the oils, then add to the glass.

Finish by garnishing with a slice of blood orange.

How to Store

Keep the leftover rosemary honey syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

More Winter Drink Recipes

If you’re hosting a gathering or just want to make a drink for yourself, give these recipes a try.

• Peppermint White Russian
• Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
• Spiced Cranberry Wine Spritzer
• Cranberry Moscow Mules
• Apple Pear Cider

What do you think of this refreshing winter mocktail recipe? What would you serve as a side for this? Let me know in the comment section below. 

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Happy sipping, friends!

Blood Orange Mocktail Recipe