Vegan Orange Cinnamon Agua Fresca

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.7

(22)

This drink is sunshine in a glass — bright, citrusy, and laced with the warm spice of real cinnamon in a way that feels both refreshing and a little unexpected. The trick is simmering the cinnamon stick into a quick tea first, which infuses the whole drink with a deep, fragrant warmth rather than just a dusty sprinkle of spice. Fresh navel oranges get blended with that cinnamon tea, a splash of maple syrup, and a pinch of salt, then strained into a pitcher so you get a silky-smooth, pulp-free sip every time. Maple syrup keeps it naturally sweetened and completely plant-based, so there's nothing here that conflicts with a fully animal-free lifestyle — no honey, no dairy, no shortcuts. The salt is a small but mighty addition that rounds out the citrus and makes the flavor pop in a way you'll immediately notice. Serve it over a big pile of ice with an orange wedge on the rim and it looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of drink that works equally well at a weekend brunch or a hot Tuesday afternoon when you just need something better than water.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 cinnamon stick
4 large navel oranges, peeled and segmented (about 3 cups flesh)
2 cups cold water
2 tbsp maple syrup
¼ tsp fine salt

For the cinnamon tea

1 cup water, for the cinnamon tea

For serving

ice, for serving
orange slices or wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the cinnamon stick and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the water is lightly amber and fragrant. Remove from heat and let the cinnamon tea cool for 15 minutes, then discard the cinnamon stick.
2
Add the orange segments, cooled cinnamon tea, 2 cups cold water, maple syrup, and salt to a blender. Blend on high for 30–45 seconds, until completely smooth.

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