Prep Time
10 mins
Servings
4 Servings
Cook Time
5 mins
Difficulty
Easy
A bright, herby non-alcoholic spritz that balances fresh citrus with thyme and a hint of berry. Simple to make and sure to impress!
Ingredients
240 ml Fresh orange juice (or about 2 large oranges squeezed)
40 ml Fresh lemon juice (or 1 lemon squeezed)
60 ml Unsweetened cranberry juice (for a touch of berry tartness)
50 g Caster sugar (for quick thyme syrup)
50 ml Water (for syrup)
6 sprigs Fresh thyme (4 sprigs for syrup, 2 for garnish)
600 ml Chilled sparkling water (to top up and add fizz)
as needed Ice cubes
Orange slices (for garnish)
Method
Step 1
Make the thyme syrup: put the caster sugar, 50 ml water and 4 thyme sprigs in a small saucepan. Warm gently over a low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves, then simmer very gently for 2 minutes to infuse. Remove from the heat and leave to cool for 5 minutes, then remove and discard the thyme.
Step 2
Juice the oranges and lemon into a measuring jug, strain if you prefer a smoother drink (or use carton juice). Add the unsweetened cranberry juice and the cooled thyme syrup, stir to combine.
Step 3
Fill four glasses with ice if using. Divide the juice mixture between the glasses.
Step 4
Top each glass with chilled sparkling water (about 150 ml per glass) and stir gently to combine so you keep the sparkle.
Step 5
Garnish each glass with an orange slice and a small sprig of thyme. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
Per serving:
Energy - 86kcal
Protein - 0.5g
Carbohydrates - 21g
Fat - 0g
Fibre - 0.2g
This nutritional information is provided as a helpful estimate. Values may vary depending on the ingredients and portion sizes you use.
Recipe Notes
Make the thyme syrup ahead and chill to save time. Use unsweetened cranberry juice or reduce sugar to taste for a less sweet drink.
