Turkey Free Orange Cinnamon Lemonade
Bright citrus and warm spice come together in this blended drink that feels like a cross between a lemonade stand classic and something you'd order at a fancy brunch spot. Fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice form the backbone, while a homemade cinnamon-maple syrup adds a cozy, aromatic depth that no store-bought mix could replicate. The whole thing gets blended with ice until slushy and frothy, giving it a texture that's somewhere between a smoothie and a frozen cocktail — totally refreshing and a little indulgent at the same time. Since everything here is built from scratch with simple, whole ingredients, there's nothing hidden to worry about — just fruit, spice, and natural sweetness. The cinnamon sticks do real work in that syrup, so don't skip the simmer; those few minutes make the flavor noticeably richer and more complex. Straining the blended mixture keeps the final pour silky smooth, and a garnish of citrus slices makes it look like you put in way more effort than you actually did. This one is just as welcome at a holiday table as it is on a random Tuesday afternoon.
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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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