Tips for a better mix
- The cinnamon stick is a garnish; do not break it into the drink.
OPC ORIGINALS
Apple & Cinnamon Spritz
Apple · cinnamon · crisp · 5 minutes · Wine glass
An OPC editorial recipe to start a conversation. apple, cinnamon, crisp. Make it your own, then share the people, place or moment behind your version.
In the glass
Ingredients for 1 drink · Ice as needed
- 90 ml cloudy apple juice
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 60 ml soda water
- Small cinnamon stick
- Apple slice
Quantities are scaled from the recipe’s submitted serving count. Ice, unmeasured pinches and garnishes are as needed. For several cocktails, mix in shaker-sized batches.
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THE METHOD
Make it, one step at a time.
- 1
Chill the serving glass and fill it with ice. Prepare any garnish listed.
- 2
Measure in the non-carbonated ingredients and stir gently to combine.
- 3
Top slowly with the sparkling ingredient, if listed. Stir once or twice and add the garnish.
A VISUAL GUIDE
See the key stages.
Look for these moments as you mix. Follow the written method for quantities and order.
STEP 1
Chill & prepare
Chill the serving glass and fill it with ice. Prepare any garnish listed.
STEP 2
Measure & mix
Measure in the non-carbonated ingredients and stir gently to combine.
STEP 3
Top & finish
Top slowly with the sparkling ingredient, if listed. Stir once or twice and add the garnish.
Images show the intended stages and appearance.
BARTENDER’S NOTES & SWAPS
A little help from the OPC bar.
Optional pointers for making it your own while keeping the spirit of the recipe.
Make it your own
- Use chilled strong rooibos tea in place of half the apple juice.
YOUR TURN