This 5 minute mocktail has thin slices of citrus fruit and a sprig of rosemary to add some tangy and herby flavors to simple apple cider. It's the perfect way to add flavor and intrigue to plain apple cider.
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[This recipe was originally posted in December 2018. It has been updated with new cooking instructions, expert tips, & FAQ]
How will this apple mocktail make your life easier?
DIY bars are a great option for entertaining, whether you're making burritos, salads, oatmeal, or drinks, it's fun to have options for your guests to customize to their liking. Let your guests do the work by making their own customizable drink! Or make it for yourself to have a special drink.
What makes this apple mocktail so good?
- Sparkling apple cider
- Orange
- Lime
- Grapefruit
- Rosemary
How do I make this easy apple mocktail?
Thinly slice an orange, lime, and grapefruit. Place 1 slice of orange, lime, and grapefruit in a glass. You can just use a couple slices of one type of citrus too.
Pour cider over fruit. Add small sprig of rosemary to each drink. Enjoy immediately.
Expert tips
- Feel free to use just one type of citrus if that's easier! I recommend lime. Or swap out the fruit for berries!
- Slice up fruit, sprigs of rosemary, and leave a few bottles of sparkling cider on a table with these instructions if you'd like to have this drink at a DIY mocktail table.
- Try these other ingredient ideas to add to your sparkling cider: fresh berries, thinly sliced citrus, fresh mint, rosemary, basil for garnish.
FAQ
What is a mocktail party?
A mocktail party is a great family friendly way to celebrate the holidays. Look up recipes for a few festive mocktails, buy the ingredients for them, and for the party-set up a table with all the ingredients on it and leave instructions to make each drink on it. You can include the following ingredients for an easy apple cider mocktail table.
- sparkling cider/champagne/water
- fresh berries
- thinly sliced citrus. Use a mandolin if you've got lots to cut
- fresh mint, rosemary, basil for garnish
What is the difference between a cocktail and mocktail?
A cocktail has some kind of alcohol in it, a mocktail does not. This makes mocktails a great option to serve kids and people who don't drink alcohol.
Other mocktail recipes
what can i make with leftover ingredients?
- Orange: Spinach Salad with Roasted Pears & Oranges, Fish Tacos with Orange Salsa, Mimosa Mocktail
- Lime: Pistachio Pesto Sauce, Steak & Shrimp Fajitas, and Warm Kale Salad
- Grapefruit: Avocado and Grapefruit Salad
- Rosemary: Rustic Potato and Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin
Did you make this apple mocktail? leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!
Easy Sparkling Apple Mocktail
Equipment
- cutting board
- knife
Ingredients
- 1 bottle sparkling apple cider like Martinellis
- 1 orange sliced thinly
- 1 lime sliced thinly
- 1 grapefruit sliced thinly
- large sprig rosemary sliced into 1 inch long segments
Instructions
- Place 1 slice of orange, lime, and grapefruit in a glass, pour cider over fruit. Add small sprig of rosemary to each drink
- enjoy
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Notes
- Feel free to use just one type of citrus if that's easier! I recommend lime. Or swap out the fruit for berries!
- Slice up fruit, sprigs of rosemary, and leave a few bottles of sparkling cider on a table with these instructions if you'd like to have this drink at a DIY mocktail table.
- Try these other ingredient ideas to add to your sparkling cider: fresh berries, thinly sliced citrus, fresh mint, rosemary, basil for garnish.
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Luci Cook says
This would be perfect for a holiday party. You can make a really big batch and bring.
Rebecca says
totally! thanks
Elaine says
This is the perfect recipe! I'm serving a mulled wine at a holiday party, but there are a bunch of kiddos going so now I know what I'll make for them! Great recipe!
Rebecca says
ohh that's great! let me know how it turns out
Lisa Huff says
Loving the sprig of rosemary! So pretty for this time of year!
Rebecca says
thanks!
Iryna says
I love good a mocktail and this one looks so festive. It would be so perfect for Christmas party especially for those who don't drink alcohol.
Rebecca says
exactly!
Chris says
These would be absolutely perfect to serve at a Christmas party! So festive!
Rebecca says
totally! thanks
kim says
yummm!
Rebecca says
thanks!
Boyd Kobe says
Gorgeous looking cocktail! It sounds so delicious too. Can’t wait to try these, everyone will love them. Thanks
Rebecca says
ohh yay! thanks, let me know how they turned out
Anita says
I love how pretty and how easy this is. And mocktail means everyone can have a taste. 🙂
Rebecca says
totally agree!
Patty at Spoonabilities says
So perfect for holiday entertaining! I love having non-alcoholic drinks available, and this sounds absolutely delightful!
Rebecca says
exactly! thanks
Holly says
I love when a mocktail looks so pretty and festive! No one is lacking anything when the alcohol is left out and your drink would fit perfectly on any holiday menu!
Rebecca says
agreed! it's super versatile for sure
Ashley says
This was just perfect for a baby shower this past weekend! So delightful.
Rebecca says
ohh yes! totally thanks
Jacqueline Debono says
I'm in love with this apple cider mocktail. It looks beautiful and the flavour is divine!
Rebecca says
thanks so much! it's def a fave of mine