Caffeine Free Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Mocktail Spritz
Bright, citrusy, and lightly spiced, this sparkling mocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — no alcohol, no coffee, no tea, just pure refreshment. The secret is a quick homemade cinnamon syrup made by simmering maple syrup and cinnamon sticks until the whole kitchen smells incredible. That warm, fragrant syrup gets paired with freshly squeezed orange juice and chilled sparkling water for a spritz that's both sophisticated and completely approachable. Because everything is made from scratch, you know exactly what's going in the glass — no hidden stimulants or mystery additives lurking in a store-bought mixer. It comes together in just a few simple steps, and the steeping time does most of the heavy lifting while you prep the rest. Garnished with a fresh orange slice and a cinnamon stick, it looks stunning on a table and tastes even better than it looks. Whether you're hosting a brunch, a holiday gathering, or just treating yourself on a quiet afternoon, this spritz delivers all the festive fizz without a drop of caffeine.
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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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