Electric blood orange limeade with muddled mint

Electric blood orange limeade with muddled mint Using a mortar and pestle, muddle the mint until the oils are released (you will smell the mint).

Pour the simple syrup into a large jug. Add rum, lime juice and blood orange juice and stir vigorously. Add the crushed mint and the sparkling water.

Divide the ice among 4 glasses or cups. Pour the limeade mixture into each glass and garnish with blood oranges and fresh mint sprigs.

Simple syrup:

Add the sugar and water to a small saucepan and heat until the sugar dissolves. Allow to cool before using.

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