Cinnamon Orange Fizz Mocktail Recipe

I’m a big fan of making drinks that everyone at the table can actually enjoy—kids, adults, whoever’s around. Mocktails just seem to make gatherings more fun, don’t they?

My Cinnamon Orange Fizz Mocktail Recipe is one I keep coming back to. It’s a cozy, citrusy, non-alcoholic drink that’s ridiculously easy and always gets good feedback.

Whenever I want something festive but not boozy, this cinnamon mocktail is my go-to. It blends bright orange with a hint of warm spice, and honestly, it works whether it’s summer or the holidays. If you’re tempted to try it, here’s how I like to put it together.

Cinnamon Orange Fizz Mocktail Recipe

This drink is bubbly, zesty, and takes barely any time to make. I stick with fresh orange juice, a quick homemade cinnamon syrup, and something fizzy on top—super simple, but it feels special.

Equipment

• Citrus juicer – Fresh oranges just taste better, so I squeeze my own.
• Measuring spoons and cups – Not glamorous, but I don’t want to mess up the flavors.
• Small saucepan – For simmering that cinnamon syrup. It’s worth the tiny bit of effort.
• Strainer – Nobody wants weird bits in their drink, right?
• Mixing glass or pitcher – Makes blending everything together a breeze.
• Stirring spoon – Just a regular spoon works, as long as you stir well.
• Tall serving glasses – I like the look of a tall glass with ice.
• Knife and cutting board – For slicing up oranges to garnish. Easy.

Ingredients

• Freshly squeezed orange juice – About 1 cup, usually from 2–3 oranges. Fresh is best, honestly.
• Cinnamon syrup – I just simmer honey or maple syrup with a cinnamon stick and a splash of water.
• Sparkling water or club soda – I usually go plain, but ginger ale is great if you want something sweeter.
• Ice cubes – Because nobody likes a warm mocktail.
• Orange slices – For garnish, mostly because it looks pretty.
• Optional: Fresh mint leaves if I’m feeling fancy.
• Optional: Rosemary sprig, which smells amazing.
• Optional: Frozen orange juice concentrate if I’m out of fresh oranges. No shame in shortcuts sometimes.

Instructions

• Juice the oranges using a citrus juicer until you have about a cup.
• Make the cinnamon syrup by simmering honey (or maple syrup) with a cinnamon stick and water in a saucepan. Let it cool, then strain out the cinnamon.
• Fill your glasses with plenty of ice.
• Combine the orange juice and cinnamon syrup in a mixing glass or pitcher.
• Give it a good stir so everything mixes together.
• Strain the mixture into your serving glasses, just to keep things smooth.
• Top off each glass with sparkling water, club soda, or ginger ale—whatever you’re in the mood for.
• Garnish with orange slices, a sprig of mint, or rosemary if you like a little extra flair.

Notes

Fresh orange juice is a game-changer, but honestly, frozen concentrate is fine if you’re in a rush. The cinnamon syrup takes just a few minutes and keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so I usually make extra.

I’ll use sparkling water or club soda for a lighter taste, but ginger ale makes it sweeter and more spiced—depends what you’re after. Sometimes I’ll dust a little ground cinnamon on top or drop in a cinnamon stick just for fun.

A sprig of mint or rosemary isn’t necessary, but it does make the drink look (and smell) a bit more special. If you chill the glasses and use big ice cubes, the mocktail stays colder longer and doesn’t get diluted so fast. And yeah, a quick strain at the end keeps it nice and smooth.

Tasting Notes

When I take a sip of the Cinnamon Orange Fizz Mocktail, the orange flavor jumps out at me first. It’s bright and refreshing—almost like it wakes up my taste buds right away.

There’s a clear citrus flavor that keeps things lively. The balance between sweet and tangy really stands out to me; it’s not overly sugary, but it doesn’t veer into the too-sour zone either.

A gentle hint of cinnamon sneaks in after the citrus notes. It brings this subtle warmth that doesn’t overpower the orange at all.

Honestly, I love how that bit of spice mingles with the fizzy bubbles. It just makes the whole thing more interesting, and kind of fun to drink.

Each ingredient seems to add its own twist. The sweet-tangy combo keeps me reaching for another sip, and honestly, the bubbles just tie everything together.

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