Black Pepper Free Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Mocktail Spritz
Bright, citrusy, and lightly spiced, this sparkling mocktail is the kind of drink that feels genuinely festive without a drop of alcohol. Freshly squeezed orange juice brings a natural sweetness and vibrant color, while a homemade maple-cinnamon syrup adds warmth and depth that no store-bought mixer can match. The whole thing comes together with just a handful of clean, simple ingredients — and not a single one contains black pepper or any sneaky spice blends that might hide it. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, that peace of mind is half the pleasure. The cinnamon syrup steeps low and slow, filling your kitchen with an incredible fragrance before you even pour a glass. Topped with chilled sparkling water and a pretty orange slice, it's elegant enough for a dinner party but easy enough to whip up on a weeknight. Serve it over ice and enjoy every effervescent, citrus-kissed sip.
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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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