Vegan Orange Cinnamon Lemonade
Bright citrus and warm spice come together in a way that feels almost too good for something this simple to make. Fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice form the backbone of this drink, giving it a vibrant, sun-drenched flavor that store-bought lemonade simply can't match. The real magic is the cinnamon-maple syrup — simmered until fragrant and deeply infused — which adds a cozy, slightly earthy sweetness that makes this feel like a special occasion drink on a regular afternoon. Because the sweetener here is pure maple syrup rather than honey or refined white sugar, it fits comfortably into a fully plant-based lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds. Blending everything together with ice creates a slushy, frothy texture that's somewhere between a lemonade and a frozen cocktail — refreshing and a little indulgent at the same time. Straining it into a pitcher keeps the finish smooth and clean, so every sip is perfectly balanced. Serve it over ice with a citrus slice on the rim and it looks 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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