Sunset in the City Sparkler

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Sunset in the City Sparkler

A refreshing mix of fruit juices and sparkling water, perfect for hot summer days in the United States. This Sunset in the City Sparkler is a simple and unique take on a classic cocktail.

šŸ½ļø Beverage šŸŒ American šŸ“Š Easy ⭐ 4.8/5 (506 reviews)
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15m
Prep
šŸ”„
30m
Cook
āŒ›
15m
Total
šŸ‘„
4
Serves
šŸ”„
220
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 1 cup Orange Juice
  • 1/2 cup Grapefruit Juice
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 3 cups Ginger Ale
  • 1 cup Sparkling Water
  • 4-5 sprigs Fresh Mint Leaves
  • 8-10 pcs Ice Cubes
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Fill a large pitcher with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Pour in the orange and grapefruit juices, and stir to combine.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Add the lime juice and stir well.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Crack open the ginger ale and pour it into the pitcher, stirring gently.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Add the sparkling water and stir to combine.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Muddle the fresh mint leaves with a spoon to release the oils and flavor.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Add the mint leaves to the pitcher and stir gently.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Add a pinch of salt to the pitcher and stir to combine.

  9. 9

    Step 9: Taste and adjust the sweetness or tartness as needed.

  10. 10

    Step 10: Serve the Sunset in the City Sparkler immediately over ice and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a splash of grenadine syrup. To make the sparkler more refreshing, use more sparkling water and less juice.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

220
Calories
—
Protein
40g
Carbs
0g
Fat
2g
Fiber
30g
Sugar
120mg
Sodium
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