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Apple Cider Mocktail

Modified: May 5, 2025 · Published: Dec 11, 2022 by Gigi & Sersie · This post may contain affiliate links.

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This delicious apple cider mocktail is spiced with fresh ginger and cinnamon. The sparkling water gives it a subtle fizz. This drink is naturally sweetened with fruit, so there's no added sugar.

side view close up of apple cider mocktail with ice and fresh sliced apples sitting on granite countertop with wooden backdrop.
this mocktail is great for the fall and holidays

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  • How to make this spiced and sparkling apple cider mocktail
  • Other mocktail recipes to check out
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What's in this nonalcoholic drink

  1. Apple cider (no added sugar)
  2. Fresh ginger root
  3. Cinnamon sticks
  4. Cloves (optional)
  5. Ice
  6. Sparkling water
  7. Fresh apple slices (for topping and nibbling)
ingredients for apple cider mocktail on a round dark gray plate: apple cider, fresh ginger root, apple, cinnamon sticks
ingredients: apple cider (no added sugar), fresh ginger root, cinnamon sticks, fresh apple. not pictured: ice and sparkling water

How to make this spiced and sparkling apple cider mocktail

Use a microplane grater to carefully grate the fresh ginger root. If you don't have a microplane grater, use a knife to mince the ginger finely.

Add apple cider, freshly grated ginger, cinnamon sticks, and cloves (if using) to a small pot. Bring to a gentle boil for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it sit to "steep" and cool to room temperature.

Remove the cinnamon sticks from the apple cider mixture. Using a fine mesh strainer, carefully strain the mixture into a tall glass to remove the chunks of ginger.

Add ice and sparkling water to the glass. Gently stir to incorporate.

Top with fresh sliced apple, and enjoy!

side view of fresh ginger being grated with a microplane grater
1. grate fresh ginger root
small pot on a stovetop with apple cider, cinnamon sticks and fresh grated ginger being added to the pot
2. add apple cider, cinnamon sticks, and freshly grated ginger to a small pot
the apple cider mixture in a pot on the gas stovetop being heated
3. bring the apple cider mixture to a gentle boil for 2 minutes
top view of the pot with apple cider mixture on the stovetop after being boiled
4. turn off the heat and let it steep while it cools to room temperature
top side view of cooled apple cider mixture being strained into a glass using a fine mesh strainer
5. remove the cinnamon sticks and carefully strain the mixture into a tall glass
side top view of sparkling water being added to the glass with apple cider mixture and ice
6. add ice and sparkling water and gently stir to combine

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The freshly sliced apple gives you something to nibble on while you sip this deliciously spiced drink. Don't leave it out!

Not sure what to do with that leftover apple? Use it to make some Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats for tomorrow's breakfast.

top side view of apple cider mocktail with ice and fresh sliced apple on top; glass is sitting on wooden board
you're going to love this sparkling and spicy apple cider mocktail

Other mocktail recipes to check out

For more mocktail recipes, be sure to check out Grapefruit Mocktail, Orange Juice Mocktail, Italian Mocktail (also referred to as "Healthy Coke"), Watermelon Mint Mocktail, and Mojito Mocktail. The Margarita Nice Cream is a cross between a mocktail and a healthy frozen dessert.

We hope you love this recipe as much as we do. Please rate and leave a comment below. Be sure to share a picture on Instagram and tag us  @danielsplaterecipes so we can see your creation!

top side view of ginger spiced apple cider spritzer on ice with sliced apples on top; this mocktail is sitting on a wooden board

Apple Cider Mocktail

5 from 2 votes
Course: Mocktail
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 156kcal
Author: Gigi & Sersie
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This delicious apple cider mocktail is spiced with fresh ginger and cinnamon. The sparkling water gives it a subtle fizz. This drink is naturally sweetened with fruit, so there's no added sugar.

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup apple cider no added sugar
  • 1 Tbsp fresh ginger root grated
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 cloves optional
  • 1 cup ice
  • ½ cup plain sparkling water
  • ¼ apple sliced
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Instructions

  • Use a microplane grater to carefully grate the fresh ginger root. If you don't have a microplane grater, use a knife to mince the ginger finely.
  • Add apple cider, freshly grated ginger, cinnamon sticks, and cloves (if using) to a small pot. Bring to a gentle boil for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it sit to "steep" and cool to room temperature.
  • Remove the cinnamon sticks from the apple cider mixture. Using a fine mesh strainer, carefully strain the mixture into a tall glass to remove the chunks of ginger.
  • Add ice and sparkling water to the glass. Gently stir to incorporate.
  • Top with fresh sliced apple, and enjoy!

Notes

EQUIPMENT / SUPPLIES

  1. Microplane grater
  2. Fine mesh strainer
  3. Small pot
  4. Measuring cup
  5. Knife
  6. Cutting board

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 360mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 46IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 1mg
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Gigi Carter and Sersie Blue have over 25 years of combined experience in plant-based nutrition and health coaching. Their passion for healthy eating inspired them to create Daniel’s Plate, a recipe site focused on whole food, plant-based meals.

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  1. Sersie

    May 19, 2025 at 5:20 am

    5 stars
    Refreshing with a kick.

    Reply
  2. Gigi & Sersie

    May 14, 2025 at 2:21 pm

    5 stars
    Very tasty and a great alternative to alcohol. The fresh ginger really gives it a nice kick.

    Reply
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