Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
4 unit

lemons

sliced and halved

4 unit

oranges

sliced and halved

6 unit

wooden skewers

soaked in water

0.25 cup

liquid honey

1 pinch

salt

2.5 cup

white cranberry juice

2.5 cup

medium dry white wine

chilled

1 cup

carbonated water

3 unit

ice cubes

8 sprig

fresh mint

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat barbecue and lightly oil grill.

Step 2
~2 min

Slice one lemon and one orange into 1/2-inch thick slices.

Step 3
~2 min

Divide the citrus slices between 6 wooden skewers.

Step 4
~2 min

Cut remaining lemons and oranges in half.

Step 5
~2 min

Grill citrus slices until caramelized and marked on both sides (about 2 minutes per side).

Step 6
~2 min

Remove grilled citrus slices from the grill.

Step 7
~2 min

Grill citrus halves cut side down until well-caramelized and warm (5-8 minutes).

Step 8
~2 min

Squeeze the juice from the grilled halves into a pitcher, ensuring to strain the juice.

Step 9
~2 min

Stir in liquid honey and a pinch of salt until dissolved.

Step 10
~2 min

Add white cranberry juice, chilled medium dry white wine, carbonated water, and ice to the pitcher.

Step 11
~2 min

To serve, put a citrus swizzle stick and a fresh mint sprig in each glass.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust honey to taste based on the sweetness of the citrus.

For a stronger citrus flavor, add more grilled citrus juice.

Garnish with additional citrus slices or mint sprigs.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The citrus can be grilled ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled on a hot day.

Pair with grilled appetizers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Seafood skewers
Light salads

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Commonly enjoyed in warm weather regions

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer Parties
BBQs

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
BBQ
Outdoor Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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