Description
Experience the festive taste of gingerbread in a refreshing, alcohol-free mocktail. This fizzy drink combines the rich sweetness of molasses with warming spices like ginger and cinnamon, balanced by maple syrup and vanilla extract, making it perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy winter evenings.
Ingredients
Base Flavor
- 1 tbsp molasses
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Liquid and Garnish
- ½ cup soda water or ginger beer
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix the Spices and Syrups: In a shaker, combine the molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, maple syrup, and vanilla extract thoroughly to blend the spicy and sweet flavors together.
- Add Ice and Shake: Add ice cubes into the shaker and shake vigorously until the mixture is well chilled and slightly diluted, enhancing the drink’s balance.
- Pour into Glass: Strain or pour the shaken mixture into a serving glass, preparing it for the final touch.
- Add Fizz: Top up the glass with soda water or ginger beer to add a refreshing carbonation, stirring gently to combine.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, crown your mocktail with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor and festive presentation.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of oat milk or cream before shaking.
- To transform this into an alcoholic cocktail, add a shot of dark rum.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
