Did you watch the Oscars this weekend? Dream of walking down the red carpet? Or simply prefer a sparkling cocktail and viewing party from the comfort of your own house? 🙂

If you love citrus but are not into those sweet syrupy cocktails, then this refreshing cocktail is just for you! Garnish with some pieces of star anise for a festive touch!

Oscars, garden party, holiday party or whatever.. cheers!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup fresh squeezed blood orange juice
• 1/2 lime, squeezed
• 2 oz. Cointreau or Absolut Mandarin Vodka (OR bourbon if that is your thing! Takes this cocktail in a different direction, but is definitely palatable.. again.. you kind of have to like the flavor of bourbon)
• 1/4 cup sparkling water
• Orange slices, for garnish
• 4 pieces star anise (optional)

Directions

• Combine juice, vodka, water and divide between two ice filled glasses
• Garnish with orange and star anise
• Cheers!