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Cozy Fireside Cocktail (Non-Alcoholic Fall Mocktail)

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This Cozy Fireside Cocktail is a non-alcoholic fall mocktail that combines spiced apple cider, citrus, and warming spices with a hint of smoky rosemary. It’s the perfect festive, family-friendly drink for chilly evenings or autumn gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider (preferably fresh, unfiltered)
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 2 cinnamon sticks (plus extra for garnish)
  • 4–5 whole cloves
  • 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Optional: 1/2 cup sparkling water or ginger beer
  • Orange slices (for garnish)
  • Apple slices (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and equipment. Prepare orange and apple slices for garnish.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider, orange juice, lemon juice, 1 cinnamon stick, cloves, 1 rosemary sprig, and a pinch of sea salt.
  3. Set over medium-low heat and simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring in maple syrup or honey until dissolved. Do not boil.
  4. Remove from heat and let sit for 1–2 minutes. Strain out spices and rosemary using a fine mesh strainer. Transfer liquid to a heatproof pitcher.
  5. Add apple and orange slices to each heatproof glass or mug. Optionally, smoke a rosemary sprig or cinnamon stick by charring the tip with a lighter and letting the smoke curl inside the glass.
  6. Pour the warm spiced cider mixture into each glass, filling about two-thirds full. Top with a splash of sparkling water or ginger beer if desired.
  7. Garnish each glass with a fresh rosemary sprig and a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately while warm and fragrant.

Notes

Simmer gently—do not boil—to avoid bitterness. Adjust sweetness and tartness to taste. Garnishes like rosemary and cinnamon sticks add aroma and flavor but can be omitted for kids. The spiced cider base can be made ahead and reheated. For a fizzy version, top with sparkling water or ginger beer. All ingredients are naturally gluten-free and vegan if using maple syrup.

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