Hot Honey Mandarin Mocktail
If you’re looking for a nonalcoholic drink that actually feels grown-up, this hot honey mandarin mocktail deserves a spot in your rotation. It’s bright, citrusy, a little spicy, and has the kind of layered flavor that allows you customize the sweet and the spice levels. Made with fresh mandarin juice, hot honey, thyme, and sparkling orange soda water, this easy mocktail recipe comes together in minutes, but it tastes like something you’d order at a trendy cocktail bar. It’s perfect for girls’ night, summer hosting, or anyone looking for a little extra zing!
Ingredients
- 2 oz fresh mandarin juice
- 1/2 oz hot honey
- fresh thyme, muddled
- Orange-flavored sparkling water or soda
Instructions
- Add fresh thyme to your favorite glass and gently muddle.
- Pour in the fresh mandarin juice and hot honey.
- Fill the glass with ice and stir well.
- Top with orange sparkling water or soda.
- Garnish with extra thyme and serve immediately.
Notes
If you don't have mandarin juice on hand, orange juice and grapefruit juice are both great swaps!