This homemade Sparkling Apple Cider tastes like Martinelli’s and is perfect for serving a crowd. It’s simple, affordable, and a wonderful non-alcoholic option for holiday gatherings.
During the holidays our family always includes Martinelli’s Sparkling Apple Cider. Instead of buying multiple bottles, I developed a copycat recipe that yields a large batch for a fraction of the cost. With just three ingredients and only a few minutes of prep, you can make over a liter of sparkling cider that tastes remarkably similar to the store-bought favorite.
This recipe stretches your budget: roughly $3–$4 in ingredients produces about 107.6 oz of sparkling apple cider—about four times the amount of a typical 25.4 oz bottle of Martinelli’s. It’s a practical solution for parties, family dinners, or when you want an extra festive drink without the expense.
My kids were convinced it was the real thing when I first served this at home. Since making it myself, I no longer feel the need to ration the expensive bottles—everyone can enjoy seconds. The flavor is bright, bubbly, and perfectly suited for children and adults alike.
This copycat Martinelli’s recipe delivers on taste and value, and it’s an excellent family-friendly beverage to toast the New Year or to serve at holiday meals. It’s quick to prepare and easy to scale for larger gatherings.
Watch the video included below to see how quickly this comes together.
Sparkling Apple Cider
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Ingredients
- 24 oz (710 g) frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed but cold (two 12oz cans)
- 2 cups (473 ml) cold water
- 2 liter bottle of Ginger Ale, chilled
- ice, optional
- sliced apples, optional
Instructions
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Combine the thawed apple juice concentrate and cold water in a large punch bowl.
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Gently stir a few times to mix. Pour in the chilled ginger ale just before serving to preserve the bubbles, then stir gently to combine. Serve immediately over ice if desired and garnish with sliced apples.
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*Originally published as Homemade “Martinelli’s” 9/18/2012.
