Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups cold pressed apple juice (preferably unfiltered) apple juice1 1/2 cups cold pressed apple juice (preferably unfiltered)
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1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract vanilla extract1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp ground cinnamon ground cinnamon1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice lemon juice1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1-2 tsp maple syrup (to taste) maple syrup1-2 tsp maple syrup (to taste)
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1 cup sparkling water (chilled) sparkling water1 cup sparkling water (chilled)
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Thin apple slices (for garnish) appleThin apple slices (for garnish)
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Cinnamon stick (for garnish) cinnamon stickCinnamon stick (for garnish)
Directions
Mix the apple juice, vanilla, cinnamon, lemon, and maple syrup. Pour over ice, top with sparkling water, and garnish with fresh apple slices and a cinnamon stick for a French-inspired, refreshing, and aromatic beverage. For a more intense flavor, infuse the apple juice with a cinnamon stick overnight in the fridge. Use seasonal, crisp apples for garnish and opt for organic whenever possible.
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In a large glass or cocktail shaker, combine apple juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, lemon juice, and maple syrup. |
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Mix or shake well until fully blended. Taste and adjust sweetness with additional maple syrup if desired. |
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Pour the mixture evenly into two glasses filled with ice. |
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Top each glass with chilled sparkling water, stirring gently to combine. |
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Garnish each drink with thin apple slices and a cinnamon stick. |
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Serve immediately while sparkling. |
