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Plum Vanilla Cider served
Refreshing cider with plum and vanilla

Vanilla-Plum Sparkling Apple Cider Mocktail

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Drinks
As autumn arrives, crisp citrus flavors are replaced by deeper, warmer notes. Plum and vanilla are a classic dessert pairing that works beautifully in a beverage. The rounded sweetness of vanilla softens the tartness of the plum skins, while apple juice ties everything together.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 155 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Modern

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Pitcher
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Instructions

1 ✓

Slice the plums into thin wedges. Place them in a pitcher along with the scraped seeds and the pod of the vanilla bean.

Tip: The tiny vanilla seeds make the drink visually appealing and provide intense flavor.
2 ✓

Pour in the lemon juice and honey, stir, and let sit for 10 minutes.

Tip: Citric acid prevents the plums from browning (antioxidant effect).
3 ✓

Pour in the apple juice and let it rest a bit longer for flavors to meld.

Tip: Flavor extraction (diffusion) is slower in cold liquids, hence the resting time.
4 ✓

Just before serving, top with sparkling water over ice.

Tip: This ensures a fresh, crisp, fizzy experience!

Recipe FAQ

Can I replace the vanilla bean?
You can use high-quality vanilla extract or paste. Vanilla sugar is less intense and adds unnecessary sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 3 whole Fresh Plums (firm)
  • 1 whole Vanilla Bean
  • 2 cups Apple Juice
  • 2 cups Sparkling Water (Club Soda)
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 10 whole Ice Cubes