Orange Juice Cocktails

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Total: 2 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
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Bright, citrusy, and effortlessly refreshing, these orange juice cocktails are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re mixing up something classic or trying a new twist, these recipes make the most of this vibrant citrus fruit!

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Orange juice cocktails with orange wedges on a white countertop.

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Orange Juice Cocktail Recipes

There’s nothing better than stepping outside, plucking a sun-ripened orange straight from my backyard tree, and squeezing it into a cocktail. The scent of fresh citrus fills the air, and the juice – bright, tangy, and a little sweet – makes every sip taste like pure sunshine.

Orange juice is the ultimate cocktail mixer. Of course, it’s a classic with vodka (hello, Screwdriver!), but it pairs beautifully with almost any liquor. Whether you’re sipping a bubbly mimosa, a layered tequila sunrise, or giving a margarita a citrusy twist, these are the best orange juice cocktails for every occasion. 

Scroll through to find the perfect refreshing cocktail – ideal for brunch, happy hour, or any moment that calls for a little zest!

Remember that you can use any type of oranges you have on hand for these cocktails. Whether you have access to navel oranges, blood oranges, Valencia oranges, or any other variety, they’ll all make the perfect cocktail. 

And if you have extra oranges, don’t let them go to waste! Slice them up make dehydrate orange slices for a gorgeous cocktail garnish.

Vodka and orange juice in a glass.

Vodka Orange Juice Cocktail

A screwdriver is a classic cocktail! Vodka is a light-colored and flavored spirit and goes well with most mixers. This cocktail is as simple as our vodka soda. Add a little soda water to this recipe to add some extra bubbles.

Rum and orange juice in a pretty glass with a flower.

Rum Orange Juice Cocktail

Rum and orange juice have all the summer’s tropical vibes! Make this version of a rum punch with coconut rum for even more flavor of the tropics, or with dark rum for a deeper taste. This is the perfect summer cocktail.

A tequila sunrise in a small glass.

Tequila Orange Juice Cocktail

Tequila and fresh orange juice are a no-brainer! Like our lemonade margarita recipe, this cocktail has just two ingredients. Add a little bright red grenadine over the top for a tequila sunrise! 

Whiskey and orange juice with an orange slice.

Bourbon Orange Juice Cocktail

This is the most accessible mixed drink for all your bourbon and whiskey lovers! Bourbon and orange juice pair well together and can be served any time of the year. You could even use a rye whiskey if that’s what you have on hand!

Easy mimosas in champagne glasses.

Classic Mimosa 

Undoubtedly, the most famous orange juice cocktail is a mimosa. This quintessential two-ingredient cocktail is easy to make with Champagne and orange juice. Add a little Cointreau in there for extra flavor. Try our grapefruit mimosa, too.

Prosecco Mimosas on a table.

Prosecco Mimosa 

A twist in the classic, a Prosecco mimosa uses Italian Prosecco and adds sweetness to the drink. You can also try our carrot juice mimosa! It’s perfect for Easter brunch

Easy rum punch in a glass with a little umbrella.

Rum Punch Recipe

Another tropical cocktail that uses orange juice, rum, fresh pineapple juice, and lime. This rum punch is a vacation in a cup! Perfect for sunny beach days.

Brass monkey drink with a straw and orange slice.

Brass Monkey Cocktail

This brass monkey is a fun cocktail from the 70s made with orange juice, rum, and vodka. 

Virgin mimosas on a platter.

Virgin Mimosa Recipe

If you want a refreshing drink without alcohol, try our virgin mimosa recipe! It tastes just as refreshing and bubbly!

Skinny margarita overhead photo with a lime wedge.

Skinny Margarita Recipe

Our skinny margarita recipe uses fresh ingredients like orange and lime juice. This cocktail is low-calorie and sugar-free and tastes fantastic.

Prosecco Cocktail with orange juice.

Prosecco Cocktail Recipe

If you love sparkling drinks, our Prosecco cocktail has orange juice, ginger beer, and liqueur. It’s very refreshing and bubbly. Perfect for any occasion!

Eden’s Tips for Making Orange Juice Cocktails

For the best-tasting orange juice cocktails, follow these simple tips:

Use Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice: It makes all the difference in flavor and freshness, plus you get the benefits of all that vitamin C!

Balance the Strength: If a cocktail is too potent, add a splash of club soda to lighten it up and you’ll have the perfect drink. 

Sweeten Naturally: Homemade simple syrup (sugar + water simmered together) is the best way to add sweetness. Try honey syrup by swapping sugar for honey. Check out our guide on making simple syrup for flavored options!

Boost Flavor with Orange Liqueur: Grand Marnier or Triple Sec add a hint of sweetness and depth.

Shake it Right: If making a shaken cocktail, shake with ice in a cocktail shaker for 20 seconds to chill and blend the flavors perfectly.

Garnish Beautifully: You just can’t have a perfect cocktail without garnish. Of course, any of these cocktails would be great with a bit of orange peel, but lime wedges would also go great with the citrusy vibes!

Orange juice cocktails in glasses on a white countertop.

How to Juice an Orange Without a Juicer

Roll the orange on a hard surface to loosen the juices, then cut it in half. Squeeze it over a bowl using your hands, or press a fork into the flesh while twisting to release more juice.

For extra juice, mash peeled orange segments through a fine mesh strainer with the back of a spoon. Super easy and fresh!

Orange juice cocktails in glasses.

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orange juice cocktail with gin
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Gin and Orange Juice Cocktail

By: Eden
This is an easy orange juice cocktail recipe made with fresh orange juice and gin!
Prep: 2 minutes
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Total: 2 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
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Ingredients 

  • 4 ounces orange juice
  • 2 ounces gin

Instructions 

  • Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice.
  • Pour orange juice over the ice.
  • Add the gin.
  • Garnish with a flour and an orange slice.

Notes

Make any of our orange juice cocktails by switching out different spirits like gin, vodka, tequila or whiskey! 

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 228mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 227IU, Vitamin C: 57mg, Calcium: 12mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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I’m Eden Passante and I develop, create, style and photograph every recipe and party on Sugar and Charm. I’m the author of Entertaining with Charm and have a Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics and I’m here to help you create simple and easy recipes for entertaining and how to add charm to any gathering!

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