The Best Blood Orange Mocktail Recipe – Refreshing and Sparkling
Sip into something bright, bold, and beautifully citrusy with this blood orange mocktail recipe, a refreshing blend of fresh blood orange juice, zesty citrus, and sparkling fizz. Whether you’re craving a blood orange mocktail spritzer, love the spicy kick of a mocktail with ginger beer, or want a festive twist like a blood orange mule mocktail, this vibrant drink brings all the sparkle without the alcohol.
Explore this Mocktail
- What Makes This Blood Orange Mocktail Different?
- Why You’ll Love This Sparkling Blood Orange Mocktail
- You Will Also Love
- Recipe Ingredients for Mocktail with Blood Orange
- Blood Orange Mocktail Ingredient Tips & Substitutions
- How to Make the Best Blood Orange Mocktail (Step-by-Step)
- Glow-Worthy Serving Tips for Blood Orange Mocktails
- Kids Corner: Fun Facts About Blood Oranges!
- Your Blood Orange Mocktail Questions, Answered
What Makes This Blood Orange Mocktail Different?
This blood orange mocktail spritzer is crafted with a wellness-forward approach — inspired by fresh ingredients, balanced flavors, and the signature Mocktail Glow touch. Unlike many versions that rely on sugary mixers, this recipe highlights natural citrus sweetness, clean fizz, and optional ginger beer for a spicy, elevated finish. It’s simple, vibrant, and made to help you sip mindfully and glow from within.
With its jewel-toned color, naturally sweet flavor, and refreshing sparkle, it’s a stunning mocktail with ginger drink for brunch, baby showers, holiday parties, or anytime you want a sip that feels special and uplifting.
“what readers say”
“The ginger beer made it taste like a fancy cocktail without the alcohol. Totally glow-worthy!”
– Rachael T.
Why You’ll Love This Sparkling Blood Orange Mocktail
- Naturally sweet & citrusy with no added sugar required
- Stunning ruby-red color that feels instantly festive
- Can be made with ginger ale or ginger beer for a spicy twist
- Perfect for brunch, holidays, and glow-worthy celebrations
- Kid-friendly, alcohol-free, and wellness-friendly
- Vitamin C-rich and delicious!
- Tastes like a blood orange mule mocktail!
You Will Also Love
- Try my Sparkling Cranberry Mocktail for another jewel-toned holiday sip.
- If you love citrus drinks, you’ll also enjoy my Paloma Mocktail.
- For more orange-inspired drinks, check out my Orange Juice Mocktails Collection.
- Hosting brunch? Don’t miss my Sunrise Mocktail.
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Recipe Ingredients for Mocktail with Blood Orange
- Fresh blood orange juice (the star of this spritzer!)
- Lime juice
- Ginger ale or ginger beer (for that perfect mocktail ginger kick)
- Ice
- Fresh rosemary, mint, or orange slices for garnish
Blood Orange Mocktail Ingredient Tips & Substitutions
- Use your favorite Ginger Beer or Ginger Ale. We love Reeds!
- If on a Sugar-Free Diet, use a sugar-free Ginger Ale
- If you want to add additional sweetness, add a tablespoon of honey simple syrup
How to Make the Best Blood Orange Mocktail (Step-by-Step)
- Juice the blood oranges and set the fresh juice aside.
- Juice the lemons for a bright citrus balance.
- Fill your favorite glass with ice (Arctic Ice works beautifully).
- Pour in the blood orange juice and lemon juice over the ice.
- Top with ginger ale or ginger beer for a refreshing, bubbly finish.
- Stir gently to combine and garnish with your favorite glow-worthy touch — a blood orange slice, rosemary sprig, or mint.
Glow-Worthy Serving Tips for Blood Orange Mocktails
- Serve in a tall glass or stemmed spritzer glass for a stunning presentation.
- Add crushed ice for a frosty, spa-inspired feel
- Rim the glass with sugar or citrus zest for extra sparkle
- Garnish with a blood orange slice to highlight the color
- Add a rosemary sprig for elegance (great for winter + holiday parties)
- For a mule-style version, serve in a copper mug with extra ginger beer
Kids Corner: Fun Facts About Blood Oranges!
- They’re naturally red! Blood oranges get their ruby color from a special antioxidant called anthocyanin — the same thing that makes cherries and blueberries so vibrant.
- They taste like citrus candy. Kids love them because they’re sweet like regular oranges but have a hint of berry flavor.
- They originally grew in Italy. Blood oranges are famous in Sicily, where cool nights help them turn that beautiful red.
- Perfect for kid-friendly mocktails! Their bright color makes drinks look extra fun and festive — no artificial colors needed.
- Try them as a snack. Blood orange slices are delicious on their own or added to fruit cups and lunchboxes.
GLOW NOTES
Thank you for sipping something beautiful with me today. This vibrant blood orange mocktail is one of those simple pleasures that turns an ordinary moment into a glow-worthy one — and I hope it brings that same little spark of joy to you.
If you make it, tag @MocktailGlow so I can celebrate your gorgeous creation. Sip slowly, savor fully, and keep glowing.
— Sherie ✨
Your Blood Orange Mocktail Questions, Answered
Blood oranges are sweet, citrusy, and slightly berry-like — richer and more complex than regular oranges.
Yes — the flavor will be milder and less berry-like, but still delicious. Add a splash of pomegranate juice for color.
Most ginger beer sold in stores is non-alcoholic, but check the label if serving kids or guests who are avoiding alcohol.
Blood oranges are believed to have originated in Sicily and southern Italy, where the warm days and cool nights create the perfect conditions for their deep ruby color. The pigment that makes blood oranges red — anthocyanin — develops in cooler nighttime temperatures, which is why these oranges thrive in Mediterranean climates. They’ve been grown in Italy for centuries and are especially famous in regions like Sicily, where varieties such as Tarocco, Sanguinello, and Moro first became beloved.
Their ruby color comes from anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants also found in berries. These pigments develop in cool nighttime temperatures, giving blood oranges their signature rosy hue.
A blood orange mocktail is made from fresh blood orange juice, lemon or lime juice, ginger ale or ginger beer, and sparkling water, served over ice with citrus or herb garnishes.
The Best Blood Orange Mocktail Recipe – Refreshing, Sparkling & Glow-Worthy
A bright and refreshing blood orange mocktail made with fresh citrus, sparkling water, and a splash of ginger ale or ginger beer. Naturally sweet, beautifully ruby-red, and perfect for brunch, holidays, and glow-worthy celebrations — this stunning spritzer is as delicious as it is eye-catching.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Mocktails
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Fresh blood orange juice (the star of this spritzer!)
Lime juice
Ginger ale or ginger beer (for that perfect mocktail ginger kick)
ice
Fresh rosemary, mint, or orange slices for garnish
Instructions
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Juice the blood oranges and set the fresh juice aside.
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Juice the lemons for a bright citrus balance.
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Fill your favorite glass with ice (Arctic Ice works beautifully).
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Pour in the blood orange juice and lemon juice over the ice.
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Top with ginger ale or ginger beer for a refreshing, bubbly finish.
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Stir gently to combine and garnish with your favorite glow-worthy touch — a blood orange slice, rosemary sprig, or mint.
Notes
Holiday and Entertaining Tips
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Make a larger batch for holiday punch bowls — the color is gorgeous!
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Add pomegranate arils for a jewel-toned festive touch
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Keep the ginger ale/beer separate and add right before serving to maintain fizz
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Serve alongside brunch classics (pancakes, pastries, fruit boards)
Glow Pairing Ideas
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Serve with fresh fruit boards, brunch pastries, or light citrus salads.
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Pair with holiday appetizers for a colorful, festive contrast.
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Add a sprig of rosemary or thyme to make the ruby color pop even more.
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