Almond Free Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Mocktail Spritz
Fresh orange juice and a homemade maple-cinnamon syrup come together in this sparkling mocktail that feels genuinely festive without a drop of alcohol. The syrup is the real star — cinnamon sticks steep in warm maple syrup until the whole mixture turns deeply fragrant and glossy, giving every sip a warm, spiced backbone that store-bought syrups just can't match. Topped with chilled sparkling water and poured over ice, it's bright, bubbly, and refreshing in a way that makes it perfect for brunches, holiday tables, or any occasion that calls for something a little special. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-checking or substitution stress involved — just simple, wholesome components you can feel good about. The optional orange slice and cinnamon stick garnish make it look like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a fancy restaurant. Stir it gently so you keep that beautiful fizz, and serve it immediately while the bubbles are still lively.
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4 servings
For the cinnamon syrup
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 cinnamon sticks
For the spritz
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from about 4 medium oranges)
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 4 thin orange slices, for garnish (optional)
- 4 cinnamon sticks, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, maple syrup, and 2 cinnamon sticks in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the maple syrup dissolves, then bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 minutes, until the syrup is fragrant and lightly coats the back of a spoon.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cinnamon syrup steep for 20 minutes, until deeply fragrant. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or jar and discard the cinnamon sticks. Let the syrup cool to room temperature.
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