A zesty, sun-soaked mocktail with a little heat—because not all heroes need alcohol to walk into the light.
Not drinking tonight? You don’t need booze to feel the burn of the sun.
Icarus Drift Mocktail
Equipment
- Shaker
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Orange Juice
- 1 ounce Lemon Juice
- 3/4 ounce Honey syrup honey + warm water
- 2 ounce Sparkling water or club soda
- pinch Cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- Add orange juice, lemon juice, honey syrup, and cayenne (if using) to a shaker with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a rocks or highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with an orange wheel or zest curl.
Notes
💫 Why You’ll Love It:
- Bright, bold citrus brings a burst of energy.
- The honey offers just enough warmth and weight.
- The sparkling water keeps things refreshing, like a hit of life support.
- That touch of cayenne? Just a reminder that drifting too close to the sun always comes with risk.
The Icarus Drift is a mocktail with major main-character energy – bright, citrusy, and layered with subtle warmth. It’s designed to echo the psychological tension and raw emotion of Sunshine without overwhelming your senses. The fresh juices bring clarity and bite, the honey syrup adds grounding sweetness, and a touch of cayenne (if you dare) brings the danger. This one’s perfect for sober movie nights or when you want to sip something sophisticated without the buzz. It’s also an excellent way to show off how good mocktails can be – balanced, bold, and cinematic. The Icarus Drift might be alcohol-free, but it’s every bit as stellar as its boozy counterpart.
