Best 5 Citrus Cocktail Recipes

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CITRUS MARINATED SHRIMP COCKTAIL

Citrus Marinated Shrimp Cocktail image

Provided by Maria Budde

Categories Shellfish Appetizer No-Cook Low Cal Lemon Orange Shrimp Spring Bon Appétit California Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 Appetizer Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup orange juice
1 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup ketchup
1/3 cup vodka
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 pounds cooked peeled large shrimp
1 small red onion, thinly sliced (about 1 3/4 cups)
1 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Combine juices, ketchup, vodka and hot pepper sauce in large bowl. Whisk in oil. Add shrimp, onion and cilantro and mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 6 hours. Drain before serving.

CITRUS COCKTAIL

Citrus Cocktail image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories beverage

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 lemon
1 lime
1 cara cara orange
1 Ruby Red grapefruit
12 ounces chilled vodka, such as Tito's
6 teaspoons granulated sugar
Three 12-ounce cans citrus soda, such as Fresca

Steps:

Wash and dry the lemon, lime, orange and grapefruit. Cut the fruit in half and cut each half into thin slices. Divide the fruit slices among 6 mason jars, then add 2 ounces of vodka and 1 teaspoon of sugar to each. Screw the lids of the jars on tightly, then shake each jar.
When ready to serve, top each with 6 ounces of citrus soda.

CITRUS-TEQUILA COCKTAIL

Citrus-Tequila Cocktail image

Brightly colored juices float on top of grenadine, a red fruit-based simple syrup, giving the cocktail a beautiful visual effect.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups orange juice
1 cup tequila (8 ounces)
6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, from about 2 lemons
1 1/2 ounces grenadine
Ice, for serving
3 cups club soda
8 strips lemon zest, for garnish

Steps:

Pour orange juice, tequila, and lemon juice into a large pitcher. Tip pitcher at a slight angle, and carefully pour grenadine down side.
Divide mixture among 8 ice-filled glasses, and top off each with club soda. Stir, garnish each with zest, and serve immediately.

COCKTAIL SAUCE (GLUTEN, DAIRY, EGG, CITRUS, HFCS FREE)

Cocktail Sauce (Gluten, Dairy, Egg, Citrus, Hfcs Free) image

Make and share this Cocktail Sauce (Gluten, Dairy, Egg, Citrus, Hfcs Free) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FirePoke

Categories Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 13 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

12 ounces tomato paste
6 ounces water
6 ounces vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
4 tablespoons kosher ground horseradish
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried roasted garlic
1 clove (ground)
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
red pepper flakes

Steps:

Combine all ingredients.
Cook over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.9, Fat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 589.3, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 7.1, Protein 1.4

MANGO-CITRUS COCKTAIL (NON-ALCOHOLIC)

Mango-Citrus Cocktail (Non-Alcoholic) image

Make and share this Mango-Citrus Cocktail (Non-Alcoholic) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 mangoes, peeled & sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 cups fresh orange juice
2 limes, juice of
8 ice cubes
2 cups sparkling water (or to taste)

Steps:

In a blender, process mangoes, sugar, OJ, lime juice & 8 ice cubes for 1 minute.
Pour mixture into a pitcher & refrigerate.
When ready to serve, in the pitcher, thin the mixture with sparkling water & stir.
Pour into 4 glasses filled with additional ice cubes.

Tips:

Use fresh citrus fruits: The fresher the citrus fruits, the better your cocktail will taste. Try to use citrus fruits that are in season for the best flavor.
Choose the right type of citrus fruit: Different citrus fruits have different flavor profiles. For a tart and refreshing cocktail, use lemons or limes. For a sweeter cocktail, use oranges or grapefruit. You can also mix and match different types of citrus fruits to create a unique flavor.
Use simple syrup to balance the flavors: Simple syrup is a mixture of sugar and water that is used to sweeten cocktails. It helps to balance out the tartness of the citrus fruits and create a more well-rounded flavor.
Add some herbs or spices for extra flavor: Herbs and spices can add a lot of flavor to citrus cocktails. Try adding a sprig of mint, a slice of ginger, or a pinch of cinnamon to your cocktail for a unique twist.
Chill your cocktail before serving: Chilling your cocktail before serving helps to bring out the flavors and make it more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Citrus cocktails are a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of citrus fruits. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a refreshing summer drink or a festive holiday cocktail, there is a citrus cocktail recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and refreshing drink, give one of these citrus cocktail recipes a try.