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Spiced Honey Mocktail for Fall Nights

Spiced Honey Mocktail for Fall Nights

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Plant-Based

Description

Warm your soul with a Spiced Honey Mocktail for Fall Nights, a comforting and nourishing plant-based drink that blends cozy spices like cinnamon, star anise, and cloves with natural honey sweetness and a subtle tang from apple cider vinegar. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make mocktail offers a smooth texture with the addition of a natural gelling agent, ideal for enjoying warm or chilled during autumn gatherings or quiet moments.

Ingredients

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Spices and Flavorings

  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 star anise pods
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 4 fresh ginger slices

Liquids and Sweeteners

  • 4 cups filtered water
  • 2 tablespoons honey (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)

Texture

  • 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spice Infusion: Start by combining cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, and fresh ginger slices with filtered water in a saucepan. Bring this mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to let it simmer for about 10 minutes to extract the deep, warming flavors perfectly.
  2. Sweeten and Add Depth: Once your spices have infused into the water, remove the pot from heat and stir in the honey (natural) until fully dissolved. Next, add a splash of apple cider vinegar (natural) to enhance brightness and complexity, giving your mocktail a lovely tang that balances the sweetness.
  3. Incorporate the Plant-Based Texture: To give your mocktail a smooth and luscious mouthfeel, gently whisk in a small amount of natural gelling agent while the mixture is still warm. Make sure it is well dissolved, then allow the mocktail to cool slightly before serving.
  4. Serve Warm or Chill: Pour the mocktail into mugs and serve warm for immediate comfort, or chill it in the fridge to enjoy over ice. Either way, the rich spiced aroma and soothing honey notes will make you feel right at home.

Notes

  • Use fresh spices for the best aromatic results.
  • Add honey gradually and taste as you go to achieve your perfect sweetness.
  • Avoid boiling aggressively to prevent bitterness from the spices.
  • Adjust the amount of natural gelling agent to achieve your preferred texture.
  • Warm serving mugs to keep the mocktail hot longer.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Beverages
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Fall-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 0.2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: spiced honey mocktail, fall beverage, non-alcoholic drink, plant-based drink, cozy spiced drink, autumn mocktail

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/spiced-honey-mocktail-for-fall-nights/