The Citrus Cloud
A delightful and airy mocktail that combines the bright tang of fresh lemon and vibrant orange with a subtle hint of creamy almond, creating a complex yet approachable flavor profile that is utterly refreshing.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz Fresh orange juice
- 0.5 oz Orgeat (almond syrup)
- 2 oz Water
Instructions
- Combine lemon juice, orange juice, orgeat, and water in a shaker.
- Fill with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled and frothy.
- Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a dehydrated orange slice or an orange peel expressing oils over the drink before dropping it in.
Glassware: Chilled Highball Glass
Garnish: Dehydrated orange slice or orange peel
History
The use of citrus and almond together dates back to classic Italian confections and drinks, valued for their complementary notes of tartness and nutty sweetness. This drink modernizes that tradition.