Description
Celebrate Halloween with this festive and refreshing Spooky Halloween Mocktail featuring the rich sweetness of cherries combined with warm, aromatic cinnamon. Perfect for all ages and gatherings, this visually striking and flavorful mocktail is easy to prepare and customizable, making it an ideal seasonal treat for Halloween parties or cozy October evenings.
Ingredients
Fruits & Juices
- Fresh or frozen cherries, about a handful (for muddling)
- 100% natural cherry juice or cherry juice concentrate, 1 cup
- Fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon
Spices & Flavorings
- Cinnamon sticks, 1-2 sticks
- Simple syrup, 1-2 teaspoons (optional, adjust to taste)
Others
- Sparkling water or club soda, 1 cup (chilled)
- Ice cubes (as needed for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Cherries: If using fresh cherries, pit them carefully and gently muddle about a handful in your serving glass to release their juices and deepen the flavor.
- Add the Cherry Juice and Lemon: Pour in the cherry juice and freshly squeezed lemon juice, stirring gently to combine for a bright, balanced base.
- Introduce the Cinnamon: Place one or two cinnamon sticks into the glass or pitcher and let them soak for 5 to 10 minutes to infuse their warm, spicy notes into the drink.
- Add Fizz and Sweetness: Top off the mocktail with chilled sparkling water or club soda, and add simple syrup if you prefer your drink a little sweeter—stir lightly to mix everything perfectly.
- Serve Over Ice: Fill your glasses with ice cubes, then pour the mocktail in to keep it refreshingly cold and ready for guests to enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Let cinnamon sticks infuse for 5-10 minutes for a mild and balanced spice.
- Adjust sweetness gradually, starting without simple syrup and adding as desired.
- Keep all liquid ingredients chilled to maintain coolness without over-dilution.
- Serve in clear glassware to showcase the deep red color and cinnamon sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: No Cooking / Mixing
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 8 oz)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg