A fizz that does without alcohol but develops a warm, spicy depth with apple and cinnamon. The carbonation carries the sweetness of the cinnamon syrup and the freshness of the apple juice – perfect for days when you want something light with character. Not a simple mixed drink, but a beverage that convinces through the right balance between acidity, sweetness, and fizz.
And here’s what you need for the Apple-Cinnamon Fizz – alcohol-free
250 ml unfiltered cloudy apple juice (cold-pressed, not from concentrate)
20 ml cinnamon syrup (homemade or store-bought, but without artificial flavors)
250 ml sparkling water (medium carbonation)
Ice cubes (large, so they melt slowly)
1 cinnamon stick (for garnish)
1 thin apple slice (optional, for decoration)
This is what matters
The trick lies in the cinnamon syrup: If you make it yourself, use real Ceylon cinnamon instead of cassia – it is milder and less sharp. For the syrup, boil 100 g sugar with 100 ml water and 2 cinnamon sticks, let it steep for 10 minutes, and strain through a fine sieve. The syrup keeps in the refrigerator for two weeks. When pouring in the sparkling water, do not shake – otherwise you’ll lose the carbonation – better let it run slowly over a spoon so the drink stays nicely sparkling.
Variations
- Apple-Cinnamon Fizz with ginger — stir in 1 cl freshly pressed ginger juice or 1 slice of pickled ginger. Adds a sharp, invigorating note to the drink.
- Apple-Cinnamon Fizz with rosemary — rub 1 fresh rosemary sprig briefly against the rim of the glass and use as garnish. Surprisingly well-suited to cinnamon and lends a resinous freshness.
- Apple-Cinnamon Fizz with pear juice — replace half of the apple juice with pear juice. Makes the drink softer and a little sweeter.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use clear apple juice instead?
Yes, but unfiltered juice has more body and a more intense aroma. If you use clear juice, reduce the cinnamon syrup by 5 ml so the drink doesn’t become too sweet.
How long does the cinnamon syrup keep?
About two weeks in the refrigerator. If it becomes cloudy or starts to ferment, discard it. For longer shelf life, you can preserve it with a little vodka (2 cl per 100 ml syrup).
Can I serve the drink warm?
Not as a fizz – the carbonation would be lost. But you can heat apple juice and cinnamon syrup, top up with hot water, and serve as tea with a sparkling water topping. Then omit the ice.
