Looking for a refreshing cocktail that tastes amazing at any time of year? Look no further than this simple recipe for a blood orange cocktail! The peak of blood orange season occurs in the winter, however, they can be purchased year-round and hand-squeezed at home.

Blood Oranges are distinct due to their red-pigmented juice. Their flavor is unique from other types of oranges and is often described as having a hint of raspberry.  The delicious sweet-tart taste of this cocktail will leave your guests refreshed and dazzled.  The beautiful deep red of the blood orange juice will create a lovely pop of color at any table!

Get creative with your blood orange cocktail!  Try adding herb-infused or ginger simple syrup to sweeten it up! You could also make a blood orange mimosa!

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Ingredients
1.5 oz fresh-squeezed blood orange juice
1.5 oz vodka

Tips: serve this cocktail over ice and garnish with a dried citrus slice.  This cocktail can also be made non-alcoholic by substituting the alcohol with soda water or sparkling apple cider.  Blood oranges are a bit smaller than other types of oranges so you may want to purchase a few extras to ensure you have enough juice.