Description
Cinnamon Orange Delight Mocktail is a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage that blends the tangy sweetness of orange juice with the aromatic warmth of cinnamon. This festive mocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings, brunch, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 2–3 oranges)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
- Orange slices (for garnish)
- Cinnamon stick (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Mix the Orange Juice and Cinnamon: In a small saucepan, combine fresh orange juice and ground cinnamon. Warm the mixture over low heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to dissolve the cinnamon. Remove from heat.
- Sweeten the Drink: Stir in honey or maple syrup while the juice is still warm. Taste and adjust the sweetness as desired.
- Assemble the Mocktail: Fill a glass with ice cubes, pour the cinnamon-orange mixture over the ice, and top with sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with an orange slice and a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper or ginger to the cinnamon-orange mixture.
- Infuse with herbs like rosemary or mint for extra flavor.
- For a citrus twist, combine orange juice with lemon, lime, or grapefruit juice.
- Make ahead: Prepare and refrigerate the cinnamon-orange mixture, serve chilled with ice and sparkling water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
