This Italian Mocktail Will Transport You to Paradise! (It's Blood Orange & Bubbly!)

Step-by-Step Italian Sparkling Blood Orange Punch:
This vibrant and festive mocktail captures the essence of Italy with its refreshing blend of blood orange, tropical fruit, and sparkling water. It's perfect for any celebration or a delightful summer drink.

Ingredients:

1 cup fresh blood orange juice (about 3-4 blood oranges)
1/2 cup fresh pineapple juice (or ½ cup chopped mango)
1/2 cup cold lemonade (homemade or store-bought)
4 cups chilled sparkling water
Ice cubes, for serving
Optional Garnishes: Blood orange slices, pineapple wedges, mint sprigs
Instructions:

Juice the Blood Oranges: Using a citrus juicer, extract the juice from the blood oranges. Aim for about 1 cup of juice.

Combine Juices and Lemonade: In a pitcher, combine the fresh blood orange juice, pineapple juice (or mango), and lemonade. Stir well to combine the flavors.

Chill the Mixture: Add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir to chill the mixture. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Top with Sparkling Water: Slowly pour in the chilled sparkling water, stirring gently to incorporate the bubbles without losing too much fizz.

Garnish & Serve: Pour the punch into individual glasses filled with ice cubes (optional). Garnish with blood orange slices, pineapple wedges, or mint sprigs for a touch of elegance.

Enjoy! Serve immediately and savor this refreshing and festive Italian-inspired mocktail.

Tips:

Use ripe blood oranges for the juiciest flavor.
You can adjust the amount of fruit juice depending on your desired sweetness.
If you don't have a citrus juicer, you can cut the blood oranges in half and squeeze the juice by hand.
Leftover punch can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The flavor may intensify slightly, so adjust the sweetness or dilution with additional sparkling water if needed before serving again.
This step-by-step guide provides clear instructions for making a delicious and vibrant Italian Sparkling Blood Orange Punch. Enjoy!