Orange Cardamom Hour

Cardamom changes orange juice in a small but noticeable way, adding a fragrant spice note without making the drink feel heavy. Sparkling water keeps it closer to a citrus spritz than a spiced juice. Ground cardamom won’t disappear completely, so expect a little settling and stir the juice well before topping up. Start with the measured amount. You should still taste orange first, with the spice adding interest afterward.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 2 oz Orange juice
• 1/16 tsp Ground cardamom

Make it

1. Add any fruit, herbs, spices, or syrup to a glass and gently press to release flavor.
2. Add the still liquids and ice. Stir to combine.
3. Pour in the sparkling ingredient slowly and stir once. Serve immediately.

Benefits

Orange · a little vitamin C

You get a small vitamin C contribution from orange in the cardamom mixture, supporting normal immune function alongside a familiar sweet-tart citrus flavor.

A sparkling setting for cardamom

Pairing cardamom with orange puts a fragrant, almost citrusy warmth into a fizzy glass, with bubbles making the texture part of the pleasure.