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Let’s give the humble apple cider a little glow-up, shall we?! This apple cider mocktail is crisp, bubbly and has just the right amount of ginger kick. Three simple ingredients, 3 minutes and you’ve got a festive, refreshing drink the entire family can enjoy. Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings, fall parties or just because you want something fun to sip on. CHEERS!

Two glasses of sparkling apple cider mocktails with ice cubes and fresh pear and apple slices.
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You know when you make a fun cocktail…

…and then your kids immediately ask for a glass? Errrmmm sorry sweetie, this is mama’s special drink, lol. 

My girls LOVE a special drink, and we don’t have them too often. So if they see ME with a fun beverage, well, needless to say, I will not be getting away with that.

The other week I was shooting the photos for my Thanksgiving sangria and my 6-year-old saw the setup and immediately wanted some. So, I used the non-alcoholic components of my sangria to make a refreshing mocktail for her. It’s laughably easy but honestly, so good! I opt for this myself when I’m not going full sangria.

This is the perfect festive non-alcoholic drink for any fall party or holiday get-together, or for a casual weeknight when you’re craving a good mocktail with dinner. Enjoy!

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What You’ll Need to Make my Apple Cider Mocktail Recipe:

Ingredients for an easy fall mocktail including apple cider, ginger beer and club soda.
  • Apple cider: Fresh apple cider gives this drink SO much more apple flavor than regular apple juice. Pear cider is also fabulous here!
  • Ginger beer: My pick for a stronger, spicier ginger flavor. Ginger ale works great if you want something a little sweeter and milder.
  • Club soda: Adds extra bubbles while balancing out the sweetness of the cider and ginger beer.
  • Optional garnishes: Chopped apples or pears, orange slices, pomegranate arils, cinnamon sticks or fresh rosemary all make it extra festive. Use whatever you prefer!

How to Make this Apple Cider Ginger Beer Mocktail:

Fill a fun glass with ice and chopped fresh fruit, if using. Pour in 3 oz of fresh apple cider, followed by 2 oz of ginger beer or ginger ale.

Pouring fresh apple cider into a glass filled with ice and chopped apples and pears.
Pouring ginger beer into an apple cider mocktail with chopped fruit and ice.

Top with 2 oz of club soda. Give it a gentle stir, add desired garnishes and enjoy!

Topping an apple cider ginger beer mocktail with bubbly club soda.
Two glasses of homemade apple cider mocktails with chopped apples, ice and squiggly glass straws.

Your new favorite drink for the fall season!

FAQs

Can I make this fall mocktail recipe ahead of time?

I recommend making it right before serving so you don’t lose all those bubbles! If you’re making several for a party, you can have your garnishes prepped and ingredients chilled so they’re super quick to assemble.

How can I make a large batch for a party?

This recipe is easily scalable for a pitcher or punch bowl. Just keep the 3:2:2 ratio of apple cider to equal parts ginger beer and club soda, multiplying by however many servings you need. Add the bubbly ingredients right before serving to keep everything nice and fizzy!

Close-up of a refreshing apple cider mocktail garnished with fresh apple pieces and served over ice.

Because a holiday season full of delicious food deserves an equally delicious drink!

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Refreshing Apple Cider Mocktail

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  • Author: Erica Baty
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Total Time: 3 minutes
  • Yield: 1 mocktail, easily scalable!
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Mix
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan
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Description

A festive fall mocktail for the whole family! Fresh apple cider, ginger beer and club soda come together for a crisp, bubbly drink that’s perfect for Thanksgiving and holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 3 oz apple cider
  • 2 oz ginger beer or ginger ale
  • 2 oz club soda
  • optional garnishes: chopped apples or pears, orange slices, pomegranate arils, cinnamon stick, fresh rosemary sprigs

Instructions

  1. Fill a glass with ice and add 3oz apple cider, 2oz ginger beer and 2oz club soda. Garnish as desired and enjoy!

Notes

This is also fabulous with pear cider!

Refer to the above blog post for ingredient information, step-by-step instructions and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mocktail with ginger beer, garnishes not included
  • Calories: 77
  • Sugar: 19.1 g
  • Sodium: 40.3 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19.1 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Holiday Recipes to Serve with this Apple Cider Mocktail:

Dry Brined Spatchcock Turkey

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Turkey Gravy

Sage and Sausage Sourdough Stuffing

Perfect Lemon Butter Green Beans

Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Cinnamon

Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots with Crispy Sage Butter

Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon and Apples

Arugula Burrata Salad with Roasted Squash and Pomegranate

Thanksgiving Sangria

Pomegranate Punch

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