High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Mocktail Spritz
This sparkling mocktail is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a special occasion. The secret weapon is a quick homemade cinnamon syrup made with maple syrup instead of the processed sweeteners you'd find in most store-bought mixers — so you get all the warmth and sweetness without any high-fructose corn syrup sneaking in. Freshly squeezed orange juice brings a bright, natural citrus punch that bottled juice simply can't match, and the chilled sparkling water lifts everything into something genuinely festive. The cinnamon sticks steep right into the syrup, giving it a deep, spiced fragrance that ties the whole glass together beautifully. It comes together in just a few simple steps and looks stunning with an orange slice and a cinnamon stick resting on the rim. Whether you're hosting a brunch, a holiday gathering, or just treating yourself on a quiet evening, this spritz delivers serious wow factor with nothing artificial in sight.
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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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