Wheat Free Sparkling Orange Cinnamon Mocktail Spritz
Bright, citrusy, and lightly spiced, this sparkling mocktail is the kind of drink that feels genuinely special without requiring a bar cart full of ingredients. Fresh-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 replicate. The whole thing comes together with just a handful of pantry staples — water, maple syrup, cinnamon sticks, and sparkling water — so every single ingredient is naturally free of wheat and grain-based additives. No label-scanning required, which is a genuine relief when you're trying to keep things simple and safe. The cinnamon syrup steeps low and slow, filling your kitchen with the kind of cozy aroma that makes guests think you've been cooking all day. Topped with a fizzy splash of chilled sparkling water and garnished with a fresh orange slice, it looks stunning in a tall glass and tastes even better. Whether you're hosting a brunch, a holiday gathering, or just treating yourself on a Tuesday, this spritz delivers serious crowd-pleaser energy with zero fuss.
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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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