It’s maple season! Sap is running, the forest is awakening and spring is coming. Savor the waning wintery season with a sparkling cocktail that combines warming spices with sweet, rich local maple syrup, a bright pop of citrus and your favorite bubbly. Cheers to all that has transpired during the past season and all that awaits.
Ingredients
- 4–4½ ounces sparkling wine or nonalcoholic bubbly beverage
- 1 ounce lemon or orange juice
- ½–1 ounce spiced maple simple syrup
- ½–1 cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 star anise
- 3–5 whole allspice berries
- 1-inch fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
- 1 round of orange rind
Preparation
Sparkling Spiced Maple & Citrus Cocktail
Combine and garnish with cinnamon stick or citrus rind.
Spiced Maple Simple Syrup
Combine ingredients in a small saucepan on low/medium heat.
Bring to boil for 2–3 minutes, and simmer for another 10.
Cool completely. Strain and transfer to a mason jar. If you prefer a stronger spice, keep the dried spices (cinnamon stick, star anise and allspice) in the jar. Refrigerate and use in cocktails, tea/ lemon water, or pancakes.
