When I’m craving something refreshing but want to skip the alcohol, I end up making a Cinnamon Honey Lemonade Mocktail.
It’s got that sweet honey, zippy lemon, and just a cozy hint of cinnamon.
Honestly, it’s one of those easy mocktail recipes you can whip up for a crowd or just for yourself on a sunny afternoon.
I’d say it’s a fun twist on classic lemonade, and—well, honestly—everyone seems to love it.
Cinnamon Honey Lemonade Mocktail Recipe
What I like about this drink is how the honey’s sweetness and the lemon’s tang balance perfectly, with cinnamon sneaking in for a gentle warmth. Fresh ingredients really do make a difference, and having the right tools nearby helps keep things simple.
Equipment
- Pitcher: I usually grab a big glass pitcher to mix everything.
- Stirring Spoon: A long spoon works best for blending the flavors.
- Citrus Juicer: Fresh lemon juice is a must, so I use a handheld juicer.
- Small Saucepan: Sometimes I’ll warm the honey and a splash of water to make a quick honey syrup.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons: These keep things from getting too wild with the amounts.
- Strainer: I like using a fine mesh strainer to catch seeds and pulp.
- Serving Glasses: Clear glasses just show off the lemonade better, don’t they?
- Ice Cube Tray: Gotta have plenty of ice on hand for serving.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey (add more if you like it really sweet)
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons, depending on size)
- 3 cups cold sparkling water or club soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Mint leaves for garnish
- Fresh berries (blueberries or raspberries are nice for color)
- Ice cubes for serving
- Lemon slices (for a little decoration)
- Sugar (optional, if you’re in the mood for extra sweetness)
- Honey syrup (optional, just honey melted with a bit of warm water)
Instructions
- Juice the lemons with your citrus juicer, then strain out seeds and pulp.
- Warm the honey with a splash of water in a small saucepan to make a simple syrup.
- Add lemon juice, honey syrup, and ground cinnamon to your pitcher.
- Stir it all together until the honey and cinnamon are nicely mixed in.
- Pour in the sparkling water (or club soda) and give it a gentle stir—don’t kill the bubbles.
- Fill your glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the lemonade into each glass.
- Garnish with mint leaves, a few berries, and a lemon slice if you’re feeling fancy.
- Serve right away while it’s still cold and fizzy.
Notes
Fresh lemon juice makes the flavor pop way more than bottled, in my opinion. Warming the honey first keeps it from clumping up and makes mixing easier.
If it tastes too tart, I’ll just add a bit more honey or even a spoonful of sugar—no shame in that. Sometimes, I prep the honey-lemon mix ahead of time and stash it in the fridge, then add the sparkling water just before serving so it stays bubbly.
A few berries or a lemon slice in each glass look great, and if I want more cinnamon, I’ll steep a cinnamon stick in the warm honey syrup for a few minutes. Mint leaves always give it a fresh kick.
And honestly, don’t skimp on the ice—this drink is best icy cold, especially when it’s hot out.
Cinnamon Honey Lemonade Mocktail
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup cold sparkling water or club soda
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- mint leaves
- fresh berries for garnish, optional
- ice cubes
- lemon slice for garnish
- sugar optional, for extra sweetness
Instructions
- Warm honey with a splash of water in a small saucepan to make honey syrup.
- Add lemon juice and cinnamon to a pitcher. Stir in the honey syrup until well blended.
- Pour in cold sparkling water and stir gently.
Notes
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Tasting Notes
When I take a sip, the first thing I notice is a gentle sweetness from the honey. It kind of balances out the sharp tang of the fresh lemon juice.
The drink itself feels cool and honestly, pretty refreshing.
That cinnamon stick? It brings in this cozy, warm spice, but it doesn’t take over. Sometimes I’ll let the cinnamon hang out in the glass a little longer if I’m in the mood for a stronger kick.
Star anise adds just a whisper of licorice. Makes the whole thing a bit more aromatic, maybe even a little mysterious. I doubt most kids would pick up on it, but I actually like that extra layer.
What I really enjoy is how the lemonade hits you first with bright citrus and sweet notes. Then the spices kind of sneak in after a second or two.
Ice-cold is the way to go, honestly. I usually toss in a few citrus wedges for extra zing.
If I’m craving something a little more interesting than plain lemonade but not too fussy, this mocktail is a solid pick.


























