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Non Alcoholic Aperol Spritz Mocktail

Enjoy all the bubbly, herbal, and citrusy joy of a classic Aperol Spritz without any alcohol involved.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 15, 2026
Non Alcoholic Aperol Spritz Mocktail
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
5 minutes
Total
40 minutes
Serves
1

If you love the refreshing taste of a classic Italian spritz but prefer to skip the alcohol, this mocktail is your new best friend. It captures that signature bittersweet citrus profile using a homemade orange and thyme syrup that is incredibly easy to whip up in your own kitchen.

I love this recipe because it does not require buying expensive non alcoholic spirits. By using a splash of olive brine for complexity and fresh orange juice for brightness, you get a sophisticated drink that looks and tastes just like the real thing at your next party.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Peel of 1/2 navel orange
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon pomegranate juice
  • 1 teaspoon olive brine from an olive jar
  • 1 ounce orange simple syrup
  • 2 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 3 ounces tonic water
  • Orange peel and orange wedge for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    To make the syrup, combine sugar, water, orange peel, and thyme in a small saucepan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Stir until the sugar dissolves and the liquid starts to simmer, then remove from heat.

  3. 3

    Let the mixture sit and infuse as it cools to room temperature for at least 30 minutes, then strain it into a jar.

  4. 4

    To build your drink, fill a glass with ice.

  5. 5

    Add the pomegranate juice, olive brine, prepared orange syrup, and fresh orange juice to the glass.

  6. 6

    Top with tonic water and give it one very gentle stir to combine without losing the fizz.

  7. 7

    Garnish with a fresh orange wedge and an orange peel twisted over the glass to release the oils.

💡 Tips

The orange syrup keeps well in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, so feel free to make a big batch ahead of time. When serving, keep your tonic water chilled and always add it last to ensure the drink stays as bubbly as possible.

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