Ingredients
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1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (preferably blood orange or Valencia) orange juice1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (preferably blood orange or Valencia)
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1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice lemon juice1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 1/2 cups sparkling water (chilled) sparkling water1 1/2 cups sparkling water (chilled)
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1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses pomegranate molasses1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
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1 teaspoon rose water rose water1 teaspoon rose water
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1/2 teaspoon sumac (plus extra for garnish) sumac1/2 teaspoon sumac (plus extra for garnish)
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2 teaspoons agave syrup or maple syrup (optional, to taste) agave syrup2 teaspoons agave syrup or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
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1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish mint leaves1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
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Ice cubes ice cubesIce cubes
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Orange and lemon slices for garnish lemon slicesOrange and lemon slices for garnish
Directions
Prepare the citrus juices and muddle mint in a pitcher. Combine all liquid ingredients and mix with sumac and sweetener. Serve over ice, top with sparkling water, and garnish. Enjoy chilled. For an extra cooling effect, chill your glasses beforehand. You can adjust sweetness and tartness to taste, or add a few crushed berries for a twist.
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In a large pitcher, muddle the mint leaves gently to release their aroma. |
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Add the orange juice, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, rose water, sumac, and sweetener (if using). Stir well to combine. |
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Fill glasses with ice cubes. |
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Pour the juice mixture evenly into the glasses, filling each halfway. |
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Top each glass with chilled sparkling water and stir gently. |
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Garnish with extra mint, a sprinkle of sumac, and citrus slices. |
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Serve immediately and enjoy the Mediterranean sunshine in a glass! |
