Bocce Ball

Pro tips

• Use fresh ice to prevent the drink from becoming watered down as it dilutes.
• Add soda water last and stir gently to maintain carbonation and prevent excessive fizz loss.
• Chill your glass beforehand for a colder drink without excess dilution from melting ice.
• Taste and adjust the soda water ratio to your preference—more for lighter, more for sweeter.

Substitutions

• Amaretto → Almond liqueur or orgeat syrup (adjusts sweetness; use less syrup)
• Orange juice → Grapefruit or tangerine juice (shifts citrus profile)
• Soda water → Sparkling lemonade (adds sweetness; reduce other ingredients slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Best served immediately. Pre-mix amaretto and orange juice up to 1 hour ahead; add soda water just before serving.

Can I make a Bocce Ball without soda water?

You can, but soda water adds essential fizz and lightness. Still water or club soda work; regular soda will make it too sweet.

Should I use fresh orange juice?

Fresh squeezed orange juice delivers better flavor, but quality bottled juice works if it has no added sugar.

What's the best way to chill a Bocce Ball?

Fill a glass with ice, add amaretto and orange juice, top with soda water, and stir gently to combine while chilling the glass.

Can I batch this cocktail ahead?

Mix amaretto and orange juice ahead, but add soda water just before serving to preserve carbonation.