Salted Caramel Apple Fizz Mocktail Recipe

When I’m craving a cozy fall drink, I can’t help but lean toward something sweet—and, honestly, a bit fizzy just makes it better.

A Salted Caramel Apple Fizz Mocktail is my go-to for those autumn vibes, and it’s surprisingly easy to throw together.

This alcohol-free recipe brings crisp apple, creamy caramel, a pinch of salt, and some bubbles into one glass. It feels special, but you won’t be stuck in the kitchen for long.

Mocktails like this are a hit when friends or family are over. Especially if kids are around—everyone loves the look and taste, and it’s just a handful of ingredients.

If you’re after something refreshing for your next get-together, or maybe just need a new excuse to enjoy apples and caramel, this one’s worth a try.

Salted Caramel Apple Fizz Mocktail Recipe

There’s something about the way sweet apple pairs with caramel and a hint of sea salt here. Crisp cider, sparkling water, a dash of cinnamon—it’s a combo that works any time, really.

Equipment

• Tall glass – I usually grab a 12-16 oz glass so there’s plenty of room for fizz and ice.
• Small plate – Handy for cinnamon sugar if I’m rimming the glass.
• Jigger or measuring spoons – For the caramel, apple juice, or cider.
• Mixing spoon or stir stick – To work that caramel sauce into the drink.
• Knife and cutting board – For slicing up a fresh apple garnish.
• Peeler or zester – If I’m feeling fancy and want an apple peel twist.
• Cocktail shaker (optional) – Useful if I’m using homemade caramel sauce and want it smooth.
• Strainer (optional) – If I end up using fresh apple juice with pulp.

Ingredients

• Apple cider (or sparkling apple cider) – 3/4 cup
• Apple juice – 1/4 cup (for extra apple oomph)
• Caramel sauce – 1-2 tablespoons (store-bought or homemade, whatever’s on hand)
• Sparkling water or ginger ale – 1/2 cup, chilled
• Fresh lemon juice – 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon – just a pinch
• Sea salt – a pinch for the rim or a little sprinkle
• Cinnamon sugar – for rimming the glass
• Apple slice or apple wedge – for garnish
• Cinnamon stick – for garnish

Instructions

• Rim your glass with lemon juice, then dip it in cinnamon sugar.
• Drizzle caramel sauce into the bottom and over the rim if you want that extra hit of flavor and a pretty look.
• Add ice until the glass is about halfway full.
• Pour in apple cider and apple juice.
• Add lemon juice and a pinch of cinnamon.
• Stir gently—just enough to mix in the caramel.
• Slowly pour in the sparkling water or ginger ale.
• Top with an apple slice and a cinnamon stick.
• Sprinkle a tiny bit of sea salt on top for that classic salted caramel finish.

Notes

Cold ingredients seriously help the fizz last, so I always chill everything first. If I’m in the mood for something sweeter, I just add more caramel or swap in ginger ale for the sparkling water.

Fresh-pressed apple juice gives a deeper apple flavor, but honestly, store-bought works fine. Homemade caramel sauce is amazing if you have it, but no judgment if you don’t.

The cinnamon sugar rim is a nice touch, and the cinnamon stick is mostly for looks, though it smells pretty great.

I always add the sparkling water last so the bubbles don’t disappear. If I need to prep ahead, I mix everything except the sparkling water and ice, then finish it up right before serving.

And don’t go wild with the salt—a pinch is all it takes to bring out that caramel.

Tasting Notes

When I take a sip of the Salted Caramel Apple Fizz Mocktail, the first thing that hits me is that crisp apple flavor. Honestly, it’s a little like biting into a fresh apple right when autumn rolls around.

Then the caramel starts to show up. It’s sweet and smooth—definitely not too heavy, which I appreciate.

There’s just a touch of salt, and it keeps the sweetness in check. It’s kind of surprising how much more interesting that makes each sip.

The fizziness gives it this light, bubbly feeling. Over ice, the whole thing just feels extra refreshing and, well, kind of fun.

I like how the flavors sort of mingle together without any of them taking over. Sometimes the apple jumps out, sometimes it’s the caramel—depends on the sip, I guess.

The aftertaste is really gentle and nice. There’s a little caramel that hangs around, plus a trace of salt that kind of makes me want to go back for more.

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