Description
This sparkling mocktail combines warm spiced apple juice with bubbly sparkling water for a festive, non alcoholic fall drink. Make the spiced base ahead of time for easy entertaining.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Apple Juice
- 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
- 1 Star Anise
- 1 tsp Whole Cloves
- Zest of 1 Orange
- 1 cup Sparkling Water
- 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
Instructions
Heat apple juice, maple syrup, cinnamon stick, star anise, whole cloves and orange zest in a saucepan over medium heat to a boil. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer and let cool.
In a glass add ice, 1 cup spiced apple juice mixture, 1 cup sparkling water and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Serve immediately, garnished with a fresh apple slice or cinnamon stick if desired.
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- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American