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Sparkling Citrus Cooler

A house original: orange, grapefruit and lime lifted with soda. Tart, bright and lower in sugar than most mocktails.

Time
2 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Built in glass
Glass
Collins glass

Ingredients

Servings

Garnish: Orange slice (1 slice)

How to make it

  1. 1

    Fill a Collins glass with ice.

  2. 2

    Add the juices and syrup (if using) and stir.

  3. 3

    Top with soda water.

Bar gear

Equipment for this drink

Tools you'll need

  • JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
  • Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.
  • Citrus pressSqueezes fresh lemon and lime fast — fresh juice is the biggest upgrade you can make.

Recommended glassware

  • Collins glassA slightly taller, narrower highball for Collins-style drinks and coolers.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: Mixistry original recipe. Original recipe owned by Mixistry. Last updated 2026-10-11.

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