Apple Cider Mocktail

"This apple cider mocktail is everything I love about cozy winter and fall drinks without the alcohol. It takes literally 5 minutes to pull together, and every time I serve it, someone asks for the recipe. The cinnamon sugar rim alone is worth making this! It's great as a holiday drink or Thanksgiving mocktail, or anytime you need a fun drink idea."

"He had the idea for the secret ingredient: apple cider vinegar, just like in this pomegranate mocktail. It might sound odd, but the acidity mimics alcohol and really makes it taste like a cocktail! The apple cider is sweet and tangy, the ginger beer adds bubbles, and muddled mint and lemon add aromatic notes. The best part is the cinnamon sugar rim: it has a little salt too, which is so satisfying!"

Sparkling apple cider mocktail merges fresh unfiltered apple cider, ginger beer, muddled mint, and fresh lemon juice with a cinnamon-sugar rim for a festive, alcohol-free beverage ready in five minutes. Apple cider vinegar is the secret ingredient, adding acidity that mimics alcohol and balances sweetness. The ginger beer provides effervescence while the cinnamon-sugar rim, with a touch of salt, complements savory pairings and enhances satisfaction. The recipe uses refrigerated unfiltered cider for richer character and advises fresh lemon juice over bottled. The drink pairs well with meals and works for parties, holidays, and Thanksgiving gatherings.

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