Spiced Orange Ginger Ale Mocktail
This spiced orange ginger ale mocktail is a refreshing chilled drink to enjoy this winter. The fizzy bubbles, citrus, and spice make this drink nice for the whole family.
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 151kcal
Cost: Recipe $1.20
Ingredients
- 2 orange slices, cut ¼-inch thick ($0.22)
- 5 whole cloves ($0.10)
- ice cubes ($0.00)
- 1 can (12 ounces) ginger ale ($0.58)
- 1 star anise ($0.08)
- 2 cinnamon sticks ($0.22)
Instructions
- Prep. Cut a whole orange into slices about ¼ inch thick. Press the cloves evenly into the orange slices.
- Build the glass. Fill a clear drinking glass halfway with ice. Press a clove-studded orange slice against the inside of the glass. If using an opaque glass, place the slice directly on the ice.
- Fill. Add more ice, then pour in the ginger ale until the glass is full.
- Garnish and serve. Garnish with a star anise and two cinnamon sticks. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.
Notes
- Soda swaps. Ginger ale can be replaced with other clear sodas like lemon-lime soda.
- Kid-friendly option. Omit whole spice garnishes to avoid accidental chewing.
- Make ahead. Prep orange slices in advance and assemble just before serving to prevent the drink from going flat.
- Scaling. Easily doubled or tripled for pitchers or punch bowls; best assembled fresh for individual glasses.
Nutrition
Serving: 1glass | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 84IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 2mg
