Description
A delightful non-alcoholic beverage that combines the comforting flavors of spiced apple cider with a touch of sweetness, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple juice
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4–5 whole cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon bourbon flavoring (optional)
- 1 cup sparkling water
- Fresh apple slices (for garnish)
- Honey or maple syrup (to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients, ensuring quality apple juice.
- Combine apple juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, and bourbon flavoring in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Strain the mixture into a large pitcher, then stir in sparkling water. Adjust the sweetness with honey or syrup.
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh apple slices.
Notes
You can customize the mocktail with flavors like ginger or orange juice. Serve chilled for the best experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg