Mandarin Pear Sunrise
Brighten up your day with the refreshing and visually stunning Mandarin Pear Sunrise—a delightful fruit-infused mocktail that's as delicious as it is beautiful. This easy, no-cook recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe pear and juicy mandarin oranges, balanced by a hint of tangy lemon juice and a touch of honey. The magic happens when you layer cold sparkling water and vibrant pomegranate juice for a striking “sunrise” effect in your glass. Served over ice and garnished with fresh mint leaves, this drink is perfect for brunches, summer gatherings, or as a quick pick-me-up. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe yields two servings of sparkling, fruity perfection. Perfect for anyone seeking a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage that’s both Instagram-worthy and packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients!
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Ingredients
- 1 ripe pear
- 2 mandarin oranges
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
- 6 ice cubes
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
Peel the ripe pear, core it, and chop it into small pieces.
Step 2
Peel the mandarin oranges and separate the segments, removing any seeds.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the chopped pear, mandarin segments, fresh lemon juice, and honey. Blend until smooth.
Step 4
Strain the blended mixture using a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher to remove any pulp for a smoother texture.
Step 5
Fill two glasses with 3 ice cubes each.
Step 6
Evenly distribute the strained pear and mandarin juice into the glasses, filling them about 3/4 full.
Step 7
Carefully pour the sparkling water into each glass, leaving some space at the top.
Step 8
Slowly drizzle 1 tablespoon of pomegranate juice over the back of a spoon into each glass to create a layered 'sunrise' effect.
Step 9
Garnish each drink with 2 fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 853.6 grams (853.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 284 |
| Total Fat 0.80g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.10g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74.60g | 27% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.40g | 34% |
| Total Sugars 58.20g | |
| Protein 2.30g | 5% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91mg | 7% |
| Iron 1mg | 5% |
| Potassium 577mg | 12% |
Source of Calories