Name: Non-Alcoholic Apple Cider Spritz
Prep time: 2 min
Total time: 2 min
Ingredients: 4 oz still or sparkling apple cider; 1 oz lemon juice; ½ oz cinnamon syrup ((or a pinch of powdered cinnamon)); 2-3 oz non-alcoholic sparkling wine ((suggested subs below in notes)); Apple slices, cinnamon stick, star anise ((for optional garnishes))

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Would you believe that with just 4 ingredients and 2 minutes of your time you could be sipping on a delicious non-alcoholic apple cider spritz that tastes just like autumn? With crisp apple, cozy cinnamon, and the perfect amount of fizz...meet the simple spritz you’ll be making on repeat.

A large wine glass holds an orange cocktail garnished with apple slices, a cinnamon stick, and star anise. Orange roses, dried citrus, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and apple slices are arranged around the drink.

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It’s fall, and despite what some people may think, that means it’s all things apple season! I adore apples, and at the first sign of fall I love to make a big batch of my Mulled Apple Cider and wait for the leaves to start to change.

This Apple Cider Spritz Mocktail, like my Fall Apple Ginger Fizz, captures the perfect combination of flavors in one gorgeous drink. You can make it in a single glass for an individual serving, or it makes the perfect batch mocktail for holiday parties or gatherings.

Why You’ll Love This Autumn Spritz

Fast and easy with just 4 ingredients and 2 minutes.
Perfect apple and cinnamon flavor combination.
A perfect non-alcoholic drink for holiday party pitchers.

Equipment You Need

I love using a classic spritz glass or large bell wine glass for this recipe
Something to measure - either a jigger or measuring spoons will do just fine!
Something to stir

Ingredients

Apple cider - still or sparkling. Soft apple cider can be hard to find near me, so I learned how to make my own! Check out my Apple Cider Mocktail recipe for how to make your own cider at home.

Lemon juice - fresh squeezed will give you the best flavor.

Cinnamon syrup - homemade or store-bought. You can replace this with a pinch of cinnamon powder if you wish.

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Non-alcoholic sparkling wine - These are the Best Non-Alcoholic Champagne alternatives I've found so far! This ingredient can be replaced with extra sparkling apple cider, ginger beer or soda water.

Your choice of garnish - apple slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cranberries, etc.

How to Make a Non-Alcoholic Apple Cider Spritz

Pour cider, lemon juice, and simple syrup into a spritz glass.
Top with non-alc Prosecco, ginger beer or ale or soda water.

Two-step process: In image 1, orange juice is poured into a glass with ice. In image 2, sparkling beverage is added to the mixture. Both glasses are set against a fall-themed background with autumn leaves and spices.

Stir very gently to combine
Garnish with whatever you choose - I love apple slices, cinnamon stick and a star anise for this mocktail

Two side-by-side images of a light orange drink in a large glass. The left shows the drink with a straw, while the right shows a hand adding apple slices, a cinnamon stick, and star anise as garnishes. Autumn decorations are in the background.

Tips & Tricks for the Best Spritzes

Chill all ingredients first so no ice is necessary.
If it's a warm day, pop your glasses in the freezer for half an hour or so prior to assembling.
Fresh lemon juice is always best.
Have fun with garnishes! You can use star anise, frozen cranberries or red currant or pomegranate seeds, lemon peels, a cinnamon stick...there are so many options for this one!

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I hope you love this non-alcoholic apple cider spritz as much as I do!