Description
This Gingerbread Mocktail is a festive and cozy non-alcoholic drink perfect for the holiday season. Combining the warm spices of cinnamon and the rich sweetness of molasses or maple syrup with refreshing apple cider and bubbly ginger beer, it captures the essence of gingerbread cookies in a delightful, sparkling beverage. Topped with optional whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, it offers a dessert-like finish that adds a touch of holiday magic to any gathering.
Ingredients
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Mocktail Ingredients
- 1 cup ginger beer (non-alcoholic)
- ½ cup apple cider
- 1 tbsp molasses or maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the base ingredients: In a shaker, combine the apple cider, molasses (or maple syrup), and ground cinnamon. Shake well to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Prepare the glasses: Fill two glasses with ice cubes to chill the drink.
- Assemble the mocktail: Pour the shaken mixture evenly into the glasses over the ice.
- Add ginger beer: Gently top each glass with ginger beer to add a refreshing, bubbly finish without losing the fizz.
- Optional garnish: Add a generous dollop of whipped cream on top for a creamy, dessert-like touch, and optionally sprinkle ground cinnamon to enhance the aroma and festive appeal.
Notes
- You can substitute molasses with maple syrup if you prefer a milder sweetness.
- Use a non-alcoholic ginger beer to keep the mocktail family-friendly.
- Adding whipped cream is optional but recommended for a richer experience.
- For extra garnish, consider a cinnamon stick or a twist of orange peel.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fizzy and fresh qualities of the ginger beer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Gingerbread mocktail, non-alcoholic drink, holiday beverage, festive drink, ginger beer mocktail
