Ingredients
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1 cup fresh blood orange juice (about 2-3 blood oranges) blood orange juice1 cup fresh blood orange juice (about 2-3 blood oranges)
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1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda sparkling water1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice lemon juice1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon good-quality balsamic vinegar balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon good-quality balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon agave syrup (or maple syrup) agave syrup1 tablespoon agave syrup (or maple syrup)
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6-8 fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish basil leaves6-8 fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish
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Ice cubes ice cubesIce cubes
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Blood orange slices and basil sprigs for garnish (optional) blood orange slicesBlood orange slices and basil sprigs for garnish (optional)
Directions
Serve immediately, chilled, as a vibrant mocktail before meals or at any festive gathering. For a more herbal twist, try adding a sprig of rosemary or swapping basil for fresh mint. If blood oranges are out of season, use regular oranges with a splash of pomegranate juice for color.
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In a cocktail shaker or large mason jar, muddle the basil leaves gently with agave syrup and balsamic vinegar until fragrant. |
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Add the blood orange juice and lemon juice, then fill the shaker with ice. |
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Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds. |
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Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice. |
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Top with sparkling water or club soda and gently stir. |
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Garnish with blood orange slices and a sprig of basil. |
