Ginger Blood Orange Mocktail
This Ginger Blood Orange Mocktail is a bright and zesty alcohol-free drink made with fresh ginger and citrus. Ready in just minutes, this winter mocktail delivers balanced flavor without the buzz. It’s perfect for a festive get together or happy hour at home.
Ingredients
- 2 slices fresh ginger peeled
- ½ oz agave
- 1 ½ oz blood orange juice
- ½ oz lime juice
- 2-3 dashes orange bitters optional, but recommended
- 2 oz ginger beer
- Thyme and sea salt for rim
- Blood orange, lime and thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare glass - Combine salt and thyme leaves on a shallow dish. Moisten the rim of the glass with citrus or honey. Dip in salt mixture until rim is coated.
- To a cocktail shaker - Add ginger and agave. Muddle firmly to break down ginger and release juices. Add blood orange juice, lime juice, bitters and ice. Shake until well chilled.
- Fill prepared cocktail glass with ice. Strain mocktail mixture into the glass. Top with ginger beer. If desired, garnish with citrus slices and thyme sprigs.
Notes
- Ingredients: This would still be yummy without the fresh ginger and orange bitters but I think those 2 ingredients give it a more dynamic flavor.
- Chill ingredients: Use chilled ginger beer.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste the bev while adding ginger beer to get perfect level of sweetness and spice.
- Make it a cocktail: Add 1½–2 oz vodka, gin or tequila to the shaker.
