The Most Festive Christmas Marmalade Mocktail

The Most Festive Christmas Marmalade Mocktail

🎄✨ The Most Festive Christmas Marmalade Mocktail — bright citrus, silky foam, and a snowy holiday finish. Elegant, alcohol-free, and stunning in a martini or coupe glass.

Ingredients

Mocktail Base

  • 2 oz fresh orange juice, strained
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1½ teaspoons orange or tangerine marmalade
  • ½ oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 oz chilled sparkling water (added last)

Foam

  • ½ teaspoon egg white powder

Rim & Garnish

  • Coarse sugar
  • Fresh cranberries
  • Small rosemary sprig

How to Make

Step 1: Prepare the Glass

  1. Run a lime wedge around the rim of a coupe or martini glass.
  2. Dip into coarse sugar or sugar + coconut for a snowy edge.
  3. Chill the glass while you prepare the mocktail.

Step 2: Dry Shake (Build the Foam)

  1. Add orange juice, lime juice, marmalade, simple syrup, and egg white powder to a shaker.
  2. Shake vigorously without ice for 15–20 seconds.
  3. This creates a thick, creamy foam.

Step 3: Wet Shake

  1. Add ice to the shaker.
  2. Shake again for 10–12 seconds until well chilled.

Step 4: Strain & Finish

  1. Double-strain into the chilled glass.
  2. Slowly top with sparkling water to preserve the foam.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

  1. Float three cranberries on the foam.
  2. Add a small rosemary sprig upright for a festive look.
  3. Optional: micro-grate orange zest over the top.

Tips & Tricks

  • Whisk egg white powder with the liquids before shaking to prevent clumping.
  • Strain orange juice for a smoother, more elegant appearance.
  • Dry shake longer if you want extra-thick foam.
  • Add sparkling water gently to avoid collapsing the foam.
  • Alternative: You can replace egg white powder with ¾ oz aquafaba (unsalted chickpea liquid).

FAQs

What is egg white powder?

Egg white powder is dehydrated egg white that creates stable, silky foam when shaken into drinks.

Can I use aquafaba instead?

Yes — substitute ¾ oz unsalted aquafaba for the egg white powder for a vegan-friendly option.

Will the foam affect the flavor?

No — egg white powder and aquafaba are neutral and simply add texture and visual appeal.

Can I make it less sweet?

Yes, reduce the simple syrup to ¼ oz or use a less-sweet marmalade.

Is this kid-friendly?

Yes — it’s alcohol-free and perfect for holiday celebrations for all ages.

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