Stella Liberte, Alcohol Free Recipe

chill and combine juices

Chill a flute or Collins glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes. While chilling, combine the fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and optional grapefruit juice in a small measuring cup or mixing glass. Add the honey syrup (or simple syrup) and stir until fully incorporated. If using a drop of orange blossom water, add it here and stir once.

Taste the citrus mix and adjust sweetness: it should be bright and slightly sweet, not overly sugary. Add an additional 1/4 tsp syrup if you prefer sweeter.

Remove the chilled glass from the freezer. Add the large ice cubes to the glass if serving over ice (for a more relaxed serve) or leave the glass empty for a traditional flute presentation.

Pour the citrus-syrup mixture into the glass (about 3 tablespoons / 0.25 cup).

Slowly add the chilled alcohol-free sparkling wine followed by the chilled sparkling water. Pour gently down the side of the glass to preserve bubbles and avoid foaming. The ratio should produce a lightly fruity, effervescent beverage with a delicate citrus backbone.

Give the drink a gentle stir with a bar spoon or long teaspoon (1–2 turns) to integrate the layers without losing effervescence.

Express the oils of the orange twist over the top of the drink by holding the twist over the glass and giving it a quick pinch, then drop the twist into the drink or perch the thin orange slice on the rim.

Optional: tuck a fresh mint sprig against the inside rim for aroma. Serve immediately while sparkling.