Sweet, crisp, and fizzy, this Honey Crisp Apple Soda Mocktail is a fall-inspired, alcohol-free drink made with real apples, honey, spices, and bubbly soda. Perfect for gatherings or as a refreshing treat any time of year.
1tablespoonmaple syrupoptional, for more sweetness
1/2cupapple cider
1tablespoonlemon juicefresh
1/2cupginger beer
1/2cupsparkling water
ice cubes
apple slicesfor garnish
cinnamon stickfor garnish
Instructions
Slice honey crisp apple and reserve a couple of slices for garnish.
Add apple slices, honey, cinnamon, ginger, and maple syrup to a small saucepan with apple cider. Simmer on low for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Strain mixture into a mixing glass to remove solids. Stir in lemon juice.
Fill serving glass with ice. Pour syrup mixture over ice.
Add ginger beer and sparkling water. Stir gently.
Top with reserved apple slices and a cinnamon stick for garnish.
Notes
Tweak sweetness with honey or maple syrup. Use fresh apples for best flavor. No ginger beer? Use extra sparkling water and add a little grated ginger. Leftover syrup keeps for 3 days in the fridge.