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Sparkling apple-ginger drink with cinnamon-honey syrup

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Description

A refreshing, seasonal drink that combines the sweetness of apple with the sharper note of fresh ginger and a warm hint of cinnamon. The honey and spice-based syrup adds depth of flavor, while the sparkling water poured in at the end creates a pleasant fizz. Served with pomegranate and a slice of apple, it looks very impressive — the amber color of the syrup with the ruby seed dots of pomegranate catches the eye. Perfect as the crowning touch for an autumn-winter gathering, a warming yet light drink to accompany dessert or as an alternative to alcoholic cocktails.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (10)

Servings:
4
  • Sparkling water 600 ml
  • Water 120 ml
  • Fresh ginger 30 g
  • Lemon juice 30 ml
  • Apple juice 800 ml
  • Honey 80 ml
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Cinnamon stick 3 szt.
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Pomegranate seeds 80 g
  • Apple slices (for decoration) 100 g
  • Ice cubes 200 g
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Preparation steps

Syrup

1

Preparation of ingredients: peel the ginger thinly with a knife or a teaspoon (the skin is easier to scrape off with a teaspoon), then cut the ginger into thin slices about 2 mm thick. Weigh the honey and measure 120 ml of water into a small pot.

Ingredients: Fresh ginger, Honey, Sparkling water
Use a sharp knife and a cutting board; using a teaspoon for peeling minimizes the loss of flesh. Prepare a fine sieve to strain the syrup.
2

In a small saucepan, combine 120 ml of water, 80 g of honey, chopped ginger, and 2 cinnamon sticks. Place over medium heat and warm, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the honey dissolves and the mixture begins to gently boil (small bubbles at the edge). Simmer on low heat for 4–5 minutes to allow the ginger and cinnamon to release their flavor.

Ingredients: Sparkling water, Honey, Fresh ginger, Cinnamon stick
Use a saucepan with a capacity of at least 1 l and a wooden spoon. Be careful not to bring it to a rapid boil — the syrup may overflow. If the honey does not dissolve, lower the heat and stir slowly.
3

After 4–5 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the syrup to cool slightly and the flavors to intensify. Strain the syrup through a fine sieve into a jug or glass measuring cup, pressing the remnants of the liquid from the ginger with a spoon. Remove the used cinnamon sticks.

Ingredients: Honey, Fresh ginger, Cinnamon stick
Use a fine sieve or cheesecloth to make the syrup clear. The syrup is correct when it has a uniform, slightly thick consistency (syrupy, not liquid like water) and an intense aroma of ginger and cinnamon.

Drink

4

Pour 800 ml of clear apple juice into a large pitcher. Add the drained and cooled syrup from the saucepan (the whole amount, about 200–220 ml — this should be roughly the amount obtained after straining) and 30 ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Mix with a whisk or a large spoon for 20–30 seconds to combine the ingredients.

Ingredients: Apple juice, Lemon juice, Honey
Use a glass or plastic pitcher with a capacity of at least 1.5 l. If the syrup is very hot, wait until it cools completely to avoid losing the flavors of the apple juice.
5

Chill the pitcher in the fridge for 5–10 minutes so the drink is pleasantly cool. If you plan to serve it right away, you can add a few ice cubes to the pitcher (optional). Stir again before serving to prevent the syrup from settling at the bottom.

Ingredients: Ice cubes
If you want to maintain maximum fizz, do not mix vigorously after pouring in the sparkling water — vigorous stirring will release the bubbles.

Assembly and serving

6

Fill 4 tall glasses two-thirds full with ice (optional) and evenly distribute the prepared apple-ginger mixture. Just before serving, add 100–150 ml of chilled sparkling water to each glass — pour slowly down the side to maintain the fizz and layers.

Ingredients: Sparkling water, Ice cubes, Apple juice
The best is a tall Collins glass. Pour the sparkling water gently to avoid losing the bubbles. Adjust the amount of sparkling water according to your preferred intensity of flavor (less water = more intense flavor).
7

Decorate each glass with a few pomegranate seeds (about 10–15 g per glass) and hang a slice of apple on the rim. Optionally, place a cinnamon stick in each glass as a stirrer and decoration. Serve immediately to maintain the full fizz and crunch of the pomegranate seeds.

Ingredients: Pomegranate seeds, Apple slices (for decoration), Cinnamon stick
Additionally, you can add more pomegranate seeds for a more intense color. Use kitchen tweezers or a teaspoon to precisely arrange the seeds for an aesthetically pleasing drink.

Fun Fact

💡

Honey and cinnamon have been used for centuries in Europe as ingredients in spiced drinks, and the addition of ginger reflects the influence of the spice trade, which popularized such combinations in northern and Mediterranean cuisines.

Best for

przyjęcie jesienne wieczór bezalkoholowy deserowe podanie po obiedzie

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve in clear tall glasses to showcase the layers and pomegranate seeds. For a warmer version, use a hotter syrup and do not add sparkling water — then serve in mugs as a hot drink.

🥡 Storage

Store the syrup in a closed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It is best to consume the prepared drink immediately; after 24 hours it will lose its fizz and freshness. Do not freeze with added sparkling water.

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