Orange Swizzle NA Summer Drink {non-alcoholic}

Of the three delicious summertime drink recipes I’ve posted this week, this Orange Swizzle NA summer drink is my favorite. Partly because I’ve never thought to pair ginger ale and orange together, and it turns out that they’re an awesome combo.

And partly just because I love how this Orange Swizzle NA summer drink looks. It’s very, very simple, but it still has a beautiful color gradient (I didn’t capture it very well, but there is a subtle difference in color when you first pour the drink). The carbonation makes it sparkle. And the pop of a ruby red cherry is the perfect finishing touch. It’s just an all-around pretty drink, and it will definitely be my choice for summertime entertaining this year!

How to Make the Orange Swizzle NA Summer Drink

Making an Orange Swizzle NA summer drink is a breeze and the perfect way to cool off on a hot day. This refreshing mocktail combines the tangy sweetness of frozen orange juice concentrate with the bubbly, spicy kick of ginger ale, creating a delightful balance of flavors. To start, fill four tall glasses with ice, ensuring your drink stays cold and crisp. For an extra touch of sweetness and color, you can pour a little maraschino cherry juice at the bottom of each glass—this adds a beautiful red hue that swirls as you stir. Next, add a heaping tablespoon of orange juice concentrate to each glass, setting the stage for a bold citrus flavor.

Once the concentrate is in, fill each glass to the brim with ginger ale, letting the effervescent bubbles blend with the orange juice for a fizzy, invigorating sip. To finish, top each drink with a maraschino cherry, adding a pop of color and a sweet surprise at the bottom of the glass. Stir the drink with a straw before sipping to mix the flavors perfectly. If you’re feeling fancy, garnish with a slice of orange on the rim for an added touch of elegance. This Orange Swizzle is not only easy to make but also a hit at any summer gathering, offering a non-alcoholic option that’s both refreshing and flavorful.

Don’t forget: all of the drink recipes I’m sharing are for serving to a crowd, but I think you could easily pare them down to just a serving or two.

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Orange Swizzle {non-alcoholic summer drink}

Yield: 4 tall glasses

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Ingredients

• 1 can frozen orange juice concentrate
• 1 quart ginger ale
• maraschino cherries

Instructions

1. Optional: pour a little of the maraschino cherry juice at the bottom of each (4) glass.
2. Fill 4 tall glasses with ice.
3. Place a heaping tablespoon of orange juice concentrate in each glass. Then fill each glass with ginger ale.
4. Top with a cherry. Stir with a straw before drinking.
5. Optional: garnish with orange slices.

Notes

Recipe source: Drinks Without Alcohol: Nonalcoholic Slurpies & Smoothies, Cocktails & Punches, 200 Fresh, Fast & Fruity Little Sips and Great Big Gulps! Revised Edition