I love using sparkling water mixed with juice to make lighter versions of my favorite drinks and this Mulled Sparkling Cider is a great mix of carbonation and citrusy goodness. It’s a fun fall, winter, summer, or anytime drink. It’s sweet but not overly sweet and oh-so refreshing. I love mulled cider and this mulled sparkling cider is a fun play on the classic drink.
Sometimes I just want to drink something sweet but not too sweet and this drink is great for that. I love cinnamon mixed with fruity flavors and of course, I love the carbonation from sparkling water. The citrus and spice makes this perfect for any holiday party, the fact that you drink it chilled makes it great for a summer cookout make it the perfect and diverse recipe to add to your arsenal.
Check out my grapple spritzer recipe for another easy lighter drink. RECIPE HERE.
What you need to make mulled sparkling cider:
Makes ~5 cups
- 2 cups apple juice
- 1 orange – juiced, save rind
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cranberry juice
- 2 cups orange sparkling water
- garnish with an orange slice or 2 on the glass
Instructions
- Add apple juice, orange juice, orange rind, cinnamon and cranberry juice to a small pot.
- Bring mixture to a boil.
- Chill.
- Add orange sparkling water and stir.
- Serve.
Mulled Sparkling Cider
Ingredients
- 2 cups Apple Juice
- 1 orange – juiced save rind
- 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cranberry juice
- 2 cup orange sparkling water
- slice garnish with an orangeor 2 on the glass
Instructions
- Add apple juice, orange juice, orange rind, cinnamon and cranberry juice to a small pot.
- Bring mixture to a boil.
- Chill.
- Add orange sparkling water and stir.
- Serve.