Calamansi Cooler Mocktail Recipe

Learn how to make this refreshing homemade Calamansi Cooler Mocktail with fresh calamansi juice, honey, and sparkling water. This easy alcohol-free drink recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors – an ideal non-alcoholic cocktail for summer gatherings or a revitalizing everyday treat.

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

5 mins

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Serves:

1 mocktail

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">60ml fresh calamansi juice (about 8-10 calamansi fruits)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">30ml honey syrup (15ml honey mixed with 15ml hot water)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200ml sparkling water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">120g crushed ice</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 calamansi fruit slice for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh mint sprig for garnish</li></ul>

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Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Citrus juicer or press</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Highball glass</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Bar spoon</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Measuring jigger</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Create your honey syrup by mixing 15ml of honey with 15ml of hot water in a small bowl. Stir until completely dissolved — this makes the honey more mixable in cold drinks. Allow to cool for 1-2 minutes before using.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Cut your calamansi fruits in half and squeeze to extract 60ml of fresh juice. If using a handheld citrus press, apply gentle but firm pressure to avoid extracting the bitter oils from the peel. Strain the juice to remove any seeds and pulp for a smoother texture.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Fill your highball glass halfway with crushed ice. The crushed ice will chill the drink more rapidly than cubes and creates a more refreshing texture as it melts into the mocktail.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Pour the prepared honey syrup over the ice, followed by the fresh calamansi juice. The layering of ingredients helps create natural mixing as you build the drink.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Stir gently with a bar spoon for about 5-8 seconds to partially combine the honey syrup and juice. This brief stirring preserves some layering effect while ensuring the drink will be properly balanced.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Slowly pour the sparkling water down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation. The bubbles will help lift the aromatic calamansi oils, enhancing both flavor and aroma.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Garnish with a thin slice of calamansi fruit floating on top and insert a fresh mint sprig. Gently slap the mint between your palms before adding to release its aromatic oils without muddling, which would create bitterness.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Serve immediately while the drink is perfectly chilled and effervescent. The ideal serving temperature is around 4-6°C, so encourage enjoying the mocktail while the ice is still mostly intact.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Calamansi Cooler Mocktail Recipe?

The Calamansi Cooler Mocktail combines fresh calamansi juice, honey syrup (made with honey and hot water), sparkling water, crushed ice, and garnishes of calamansi fruit slice and fresh mint for a refreshing citrus drink with balanced sweetness.

How to make Calamansi Cooler Mocktail Recipe at home?

Learn how to make Calamansi Cooler Mocktail at home by first creating a honey syrup, extracting fresh calamansi juice, layering these over crushed ice in a highball glass, gently stirring, topping with sparkling water, and garnishing with a calamansi slice and mint sprig. This beginner-friendly mocktail takes just 5 minutes to prepare.

Can I substitute calamansi with other citrus fruits?

Yes, you can substitute calamansi with a mixture of lime and mandarin orange juice (2:1 ratio) or yuzu juice for similar tartness. Key limes or kumquats can also work in a pinch, though each alternative will give a slightly different flavour profile.

What's the best type of honey to use in citrus mocktails?

Light, mild honeys like acacia or clover work best with citrus mocktails as they won't overpower the delicate calamansi flavour. For a more complex profile, try orange blossom honey which complements the citrus notes beautifully while adding subtle floral undertones.

How long will this mocktail stay fizzy after preparation?

The mocktail will maintain optimal fizziness for about 15-20 minutes after preparation. To preserve carbonation longer, chill all ingredients beforehand, pour sparkling water gently down the side of the glass, and serve immediately with minimal stirring.

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