Orange Crush Cocktail

For a sunny and refreshing cocktail, it's hard to beat a classic orange crush! It's not just a soda—we're pleased to inform you that it's also a deliciously simple cocktail that takes just minutes to make. If you've never met a mimosa bar you didn't like, or if a tequila sunrise sounds perfect right about now, you'll definitely love this on-the-rocks orange crush cocktail.

What's in an orange crush?

The orange crush cocktail gets its name from the fresh oranges that are "crushed" to yield all that sweet, sunshiny juice. But the citrus goodness doesn't stop there! This orange crush cocktail recipe triples—make that quadruples—down on the citrus flavor with orange-flavored vodka, orange-flavored liqueur and lemon-lime or orange soda.

Do you have to use orange-flavored vodka?

If you only have regular vodka in your liquor cabinet, you can totally substitute it for orange-flavored vodka. Any orange-flavored liqueur will do, such as triple sec, Grand Marnier, or Cointreau. You can even add orange-flavored soda instead of lemon-lime for an orange party from top to bottom!

What’s the best way to juice oranges?

There are several ways to make sure you get the most juice from fresh oranges. The most low-tech way is to roll the oranges on the counter, pressing down with the palm of your hand. This breaks down the inside of the orange, making it easier to squeeze. A simple citrus juicer is a great, inexpensive gadget that allows you to press the oranges and extract even more juice. To take your crushing power to the next level, you can opt for a countertop juice press—the kind used in the East coast bars that made the orange crush cocktail famous.