Candy Apple Mocktail Recipe

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Do you love candied apples?  This Candy Apple Mocktail Recipe tastes like a candied apple and has zero alcohol!  To me, that is perfect for a Valentine’s Day party for your kids or their classmates.

My kids love for me to experiment with different mocktails for kids.  They get to be taste-testers and give their opinions as we craft and build different recipes.

To spice it up for Valentine’s Day, be sure to add the pretty candy hearts as a garnish.  Wouldn’t this be a fun drink for Valentine’s Day dinner?  You could you the red, white, and pink ones ones like in my images or you could use the multi-colored ones that resemble Conversation Hearts I found after the fact. ?

• Multi-Color Heart Sprinkles
• Red, Pink, White Heart Sprinkles

Specialty Ingredients:

The following ingredients are affiliate links on Amazon because they may be a bit hard to find in your normal store.  I wanted you to be able to see exactly which things we are using.

• caramel syrup
• non-alcoholic ginger beer
• spiced apple cider
• caramel sauce

Reminder, not all ingredients are linked above, just the ones that may be a bit difficult to find or that you might be unsure of what to look for.

Recommended Tools:

• Glasses
• Shaker
• Garnish Picks
• Strainer

A great (and pretty) mocktail takes a stash of a few fun tools like the ones listed above.  So, if you are planning to make cocktails and mocktails when entertaining, it would make sense to create your own little bar box!  This way, you are prepared when the unexpected guest drops in.

What makes a mocktail unique?

Mocktails offer a unique, flavorful alternative to their alcoholic counterparts. By eliminating the alcohol, mocktails can let ingredients create opportunities for amazing flavors and unforgettable experiences.

A carefully crafted mix of simple ingredients like passionfruit, lemons, agave nectar, jalapeños, and club soda can turn into something extraordinary without intense liquor levels.

Mocktails give creativity and exploration with flavor pairings a chance to shine. Some even have exciting dressings with herbs and spices that will add a unique twist to the classic mixtures you might be used to.

Regardless of your preference, there’s no denying that mocktails provide an exciting opportunity for discovery and experience in taste and texture.

Can kids really drink mocktails?

When parents ask themselves if their kids can drink mocktails, the answer is yes! Mocktails are a great way for kids to enjoy festive drinks or mock adult cocktails without having to down a sugary soft drink.

Sparkling juice, homemade iced tea, and virgin cocktail recipes are all delicious options that are easy to craft and fun for both kids and parents to make together.

Not only will mocktails save your child from bloatedness or sugar overload, but it’s an excellent way for them to experiment with flavors and participate in something special.

So let your kid join the ‘mocktail’ club with these healthy and booze-free alternatives for them to enjoy!

What do mocktails taste like?

Mocktails can provide just as much of a flavorful, fizzy kick as cocktails! Depending on the combination of juices, syrups, and garnishes used to make them, mocktails can range in flavor from tart and fruity to sweet and creamy.

The beauty of mocktails is that you can craft a beverage that will cater to your own taste buds – whether you like something juicy with hints of citrus or something sweeter with notes of chocolate syrup and brown sugar.

They may not have the same oomph as a cocktail, but with the right blend and ingredients, mocktails can prove to be just as enjoyable for any occasion.

More Delicious Mocktails for Valentine’s Day:

• Cotton Candy Mocktail
• Strawberry Candy Corn Mocktails for Kids
• Pretty in Pink Mocktail

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