Orangeade (Homemade Fresh Orange Juice)

Name: Orangeade Recipe (Homemade Fresh Orange Juice)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Juice of Orange; 1 tsp Powdered Sugar

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Homemade fresh orange juice is a simple blend of freshly squeezed oranges and powdered sugar, delivering natural citrus flavor without additives or preservatives. It takes just minutes to prepare and tastes noticeably brighter than store-bought alternatives.

🏷️Equipment: cocktail glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide

Ingredients

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2 Juice of Orange
1 tsp Powdered Sugar

2 Ingredients

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Instructions

1
Add 2 cubes of ice and enough water to fill 12 oz.
2
Tom Collins glass and stir well.
3
Decorate with a slice of orange, lemon and 2 cherries.
4
Serve with straws.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Roll oranges firmly on the counter before squeezing to break down membranes and release more juice.
Warm oranges slightly (room temperature or gently heated) yield more juice than cold ones.
Strain pulp through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer smooth juice; keep pulp for added fiber.
Add powdered sugar sparingly and taste as you go—fresh oranges vary in natural sweetness.

Substitutions

Powdered sugar → honey or agave nectar (adjust to taste; dissolve first)
Powdered sugar → omit entirely (if oranges are naturally sweet)

Storage & make-ahead

Serve immediately for peak flavor and freshness. If storing, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days, though juice will lose brightness and nutritional value.