Honey Apple Crisp Mocktail

2 days ago

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Let's Make a Honey Apple Crisp Mocktail

It's Fall mocktail season, and we’re making an absolute classic. My Honey Apple Crisp Mocktail is everything you want in a Fall drink. It has warm apple flavors, cinnamon, and it's sweet and tart. THIS IS FALL IN A GLASS!

This mocktail layers apple cider with lime, a touch of maple syrup, and cinnamon sugar on the rim. I also included one ounce of a non-alcoholic tequila alternative for a little complexity, but you can totally leave it out. It’s still delicious either way!

To round it out, I added a dash of All The Bitter Orange Bitters (yes, they are non-alcoholic). They add just the right amount of bite and tie all the flavors together beautifully. Plus, if you want to try them yourself, you can use my code MOCKTAILGIRLIE for 10% off.

Ingredients

• 1 oz NA tequila alternative

or 1 oz orange juice/apple cider

• dash of All The Bitter orange bitters (or omit)

• 4 oz apple cider or apple juice

• 1/2 oz lime juice

• 1 tsp maple syrup

• Rim: cinnamon sugar

How To Make:

Rim your glass with cinnamon sugar.
In a cocktail shaker with ice, add the non-alcoholic tequila alternative, apple cider, lime juice, maple syrup, and bitters.
SHAKE IT UP
Strain into your rimmed glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with a thin apple slice or a cinnamon stick

So What is Tequila Alternative?

Non-alcoholic tequila alternatives are made to mimic the taste, aroma, and slight burn of traditional tequila. Think of them like the NA version of spirits: crafted to deliver that same complex flavor you’d expect in a margarita!

Non-alcoholic tequila alternatives are perfect for those who love the bold, earthy, and slightly smoky flavors of traditional tequila. These substitutes are crafted to mimic the essence of tequila, making them ideal for mocktail versions of your favorite tequila-based drinks.

Favorite brands to try:

Free Spirits The Spirit of Tequila – More complex, with a warm finish and herbal notes. Inspired by aged tequila and artisanal mezcal, it captures warm oak and vanilla, bright pepper heat from natural capsaicin, and subtle smokiness.
Almave Blanco Non-Alcoholic Blue Agave Spirit (<0.5% ABV) - This one became my favorite in 2025! Almave is the first super-premium non-alcoholic Blue Agave spirit, made in Mexico, closely following traditional tequila distillation techniques. Check with Dr. if pregnant!
Ritual Zero Proof Agave Spirit Alternative – Earthy, vegetal, and a little spicy. A great go-to for margaritas.

NOTE: Please consult your health care provider if you have questions about consuming non-alcoholic wine that has less than .5% alcohol. This is NOT health advice.

What to Replace Tequila Alternative if you don't have it:

If you prefer, you can omit the tequila alternative and enjoy the mocktail as is. It will still have the vibrant citrus flavors of a traditional margarita. Just add another 1oz of orange juice or add another ounce of apple cider! You can also add a splash of sparkling water or coconut water.

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