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Apple Pie Dirty Soda

Cozy Apple Pie Dirty Soda: Sip the Flavors of Fall

Experience the nostalgic taste of fall with this refreshing Apple Pie Dirty Soda, a fizzy delight blending sweet apples and spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 1 cup Water
  • 6 medium Apples, cored and sliced Feel free to use store-bought apple juice.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Prevents browning.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Adjust to taste.
  • 3 Cinnamon Sticks Infuses warm spice flavors.
For the Spices
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on preference.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon Allspice Adjust to liking.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ginger Adjust for more spice.
For Serving
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Ice Cubes Essential for a refreshing drink.
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream, optionally lightly whipped Substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Blend the Apples: Slice six medium apples and place them in a blender with two tablespoons of lemon juice and one cup of water. Blend until smooth, about 30-45 seconds.
  2. Strain the Juice: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve over a bowl, pressing down gently with a spatula to extract juice while leaving pulp behind.
  3. Simmer the Syrup: In a medium saucepan, pour in the apple juice and add a quarter cup of maple syrup, three cinnamon sticks, and all spices. Simmer over medium heat for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Finish the Syrup: Remove from heat, discard cinnamon sticks, and stir in one teaspoon of vanilla extract. Let the syrup cool completely.
  5. Assemble the Drink: Fill a glass with ice cubes, add two tablespoons of cooled syrup, and pour in three-quarters of a cup of chilled sparkling water. Stir gently.
  6. Optional Garnish: Top with two tablespoons of whipped heavy cream or coconut cream, and garnish with a cinnamon stick or slice of apple.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to simmer the syrup long enough to concentrate flavors and taste to adjust spices as desired. Leftover syrup can be stored in the fridge or frozen for later use.

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