Fiery Orange Spritz

This Fiery Orange Spritz is a refreshing and zesty cocktail that combines the heat of jalapeño-spiced orange-lime juice with the effervescence of club soda. It's perfect for a non-alcoholic pick-me-up when poured over ice or can be transformed into a spirited cocktail with the addition of rum. This concoction can be prepared in advance, making it an ideal choice for entertaining or relaxing at home.

Fiery Orange Spritz

A zesty and refreshing cocktail with a spicy kick, perfect for both non-alcoholic and spirited enjoyment.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 oz lime juice
  • 1 1/4 oz orange juice
  • 1/2 small jalapeño, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 1/2 orange, thinly sliced
  • Club soda
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Juice limes and oranges into a large pitcher, ensuring approximately 3/4 cup lime juice and 1 1/4 cups orange juice are obtained.
  2. Discard lime rinds and half of the orange rinds. Cut the remaining orange rinds into quarters and place in a large saucepan.
  3. Coarsely chop half of the jalapeño and add it to the orange rinds along with sugar and salt.
  4. Muddle the rinds, sugar, and salt until thoroughly combined, then stir in the warm water. Allow the mixture to sit for at least 10 minutes.
  5. Strain the orange mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into the pitcher with juice, adding the thinly sliced oranges and remaining jalapeño slices.
  6. To serve, pour 2 oz. juice mixture into an ice-filled glass. Top off with club soda and stir to combine.