Citric Acid Free Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Mocktail Spritz
Bright, festive, and completely refreshing, this sparkling mocktail brings together warm cinnamon and sweet citrus in a way that feels genuinely special. The homemade maple-cinnamon syrup is the secret weapon here — simmered low and slow with whole cinnamon sticks, it adds a cozy depth that no store-bought mixer can replicate. Because the sweetness comes entirely from maple syrup rather than processed additives or preservatives, you stay well clear of the hidden citric acid that sneaks into so many packaged beverages and flavored syrups. Freshly squeezed orange juice does all the heavy lifting on flavor, which means you know exactly what's going into your glass. The chilled sparkling water gives it that celebratory fizz without any of the questionable ingredients found in commercial sodas or sparkling juice blends. It comes together in just a few simple steps and looks stunning with an orange slice and cinnamon stick perched on the rim. Whether you're hosting a crowd or just treating yourself, this is the kind of drink that makes everyone feel like they're not missing a thing.
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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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