Spice Up Your Party with Citrus Drinks

When it comes time for a party there is always a problem deciding what kinds of drinks to serve. One of the most obvious choices is by far the unhealthiest: soft drinks. The next time you have a party instead of investing a great deal of money into drinks that are unhealthy and full of empty calories, take some time to invest in citrus drinks. You can serve freshly squeezed orange juice or lemonade without all of the added sugar you find in commercial varieties.

If you’re looking for some variety in your citrus fruit drinks, you can mix them together and create your own brand of fruit juice. Instead of buying commercial preparations that include extra sugar and are less than 100% pure juice, buy fresh citrus fruits of different varieties and mix them together for different flavors. Although it may not be a good idea to mix anything with tomatoes, you can certainly create some different flavors even using different types of oranges such as Mandarin oranges, navel oranges, tangelos and others. You can even choose to add some pineapple juice to any of these varieties to give them a different flavor.

While you can make the decision to search for different recipes for citrus drinks, it is more interesting to create your own. You can even add some spices from your kitchen just to see what kind of flavor it adds to your creations. Take some of the citrus fruits and mix them together to obtain a completely new flavor-don’t rely on those you have seen in the stores. In fact, you might even choose some non-citrus fruits such as strawberries, grapes, blueberries, blackberries and even bananas just to see what kind of creations will work best for you and your guests.

Having a party without soft drinks and other sugary drinks may be a new concept, but with so many people today looking toward a healthier lifestyle, citrus fruit drinks are a much better choice. The only drink healthier than a citrus drink is water, and that can become rather mundane at a party. Choose something that will spice up the party and blend in well with the menu: more exotic fruits for those occasions when you may be cooking things of a more exotic nature. Practice by making some mixtures for your family before you attempt to make a large amount without knowing how well it will taste.

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