Caffeine Free Orange Cinnamon Lemonade
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit spiced, this citrus drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. Fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice form the backbone, giving it a vibrant, sun-ripened flavor that no bottled mix can touch. The real magic is the homemade cinnamon-maple syrup — simmered with whole cinnamon sticks until deeply fragrant, it adds a warm, cozy sweetness that makes this feel like way more than just lemonade. Blending everything together with ice creates a slushy, frothy texture that's genuinely satisfying to sip. For anyone steering clear of coffee, tea, or energy drinks, this is a genuinely exciting alternative that doesn't feel like a compromise. Straining it through a fine-mesh sieve keeps the final pour silky smooth, and a garnish of fresh citrus slices makes it look as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the cinnamon-maple syrup
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
For the lemonade
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–7 lemons)
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 3 medium oranges)
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- lemon or orange slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup, 1/2 cup water, and cinnamon sticks in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the mixture is fragrant and lightly infused with cinnamon. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes, then discard the cinnamon sticks.
- 2
Add the cooled cinnamon-maple syrup, lemon juice, orange juice, cold water, and ice cubes to a blender. Blend on high for 20–30 seconds, until the ice is fully crushed and the drink is uniformly slushy and frothy.
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