Vegetarian Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Mocktail Spritz
There is something genuinely special about a drink that feels festive and sophisticated without a drop of alcohol in sight. Fresh-squeezed orange juice is the star here, bright and citrusy, while a homemade maple-cinnamon syrup adds a warm, spiced depth that no store-bought mixer could replicate. Simmering cinnamon sticks with maple syrup for just a few minutes coaxes out an incredible fragrance, and that steeping time makes all the difference. The whole thing comes together in tall, ice-filled glasses topped with chilled sparkling water for a satisfying fizz that feels like a proper celebration. Every single ingredient is plant-based and straightforward, so this is an effortless fit for anyone skipping meat and animal products without sacrificing any of the fun. Dress each glass with a fresh orange slice and a cinnamon stick and it looks like something you'd order at a fancy brunch spot — except you made it at home in minutes.
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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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