Classic Shirley Temple Drink – Learn how to make a classic Shirley Temple mocktail with this easy recipe. It’s kid-friendly, non-alcoholic, and fun to make!
As I mentioned in Monday’s post all about how to make grenadine, we’ve been on a mocktail kick lately! I knew I wanted to mix in more mocktails in between baking recipes here at Sweets And Thank You, and what better mocktail to start with than a childhood classic Shirley Temple!
Perhaps the most famous mocktail or kids’ drink of all time, a Shirley Temple has become a staple mocktail offering in many restaurants across the US. Although Shirley herself didn’t *actually* love the drink (more on that in a minute!), it’s been a fan favorite for decades for good reason!
It’s a quick, easy, bright and sweet drink that’s perfect for celebrations and special occasions, from summer parties and backyard barbecues to holidays, and more. Plus, how cute does it look in a glass!? Today I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about how to make an amazing Shirley Temple, from ingredients, to presentation, and more.
Shirley Temple Drink
Only a couple ingredients, a few minutes, and a big grin on your face when you drink a Shirley Temple is all that’s required! This fizzy non-alcoholic childhood favorite never goes out of style. Make one drink, several, or turn it into a holiday party punch!
Prep: 5min
Total: 5min
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 161 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 27 mg, Sugar 35 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce grenadine
- small ice cubes
- 4 ounces lemon-lime soda ( (such as 7UP or Sprite), chilled)
- 4 ounces ginger ale (, chilled)
- maraschino cherries (, for garnish)
Instruction:
- Pour the Grenadine over ice in glass.
- Top with the lemon-lime soda and ginger ale.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry and enjoy!
Classic Shirley Temple Drink
Learn how to make a classic Shirley Temple mocktail with this easy recipe. It’s kid-friendly, non-alcoholic, and fun to make!
Prep: 2min
Total: 2min
Yield: 1
Ingredients:
- Ice
- 1 oz. (2 Tbsp.) grenadine
- 4 oz. (1/2 cup) ginger ale
- 2-4 oz. Sparkling water
- Maraschino Cherries (I like the ones with stems!)
- Lime or Orange Slices or Wedges
- Fresh Mint
Instruction:
- . Take an 8-10 oz. Glass and fill it with ice, nearly to the top.
- . Add 1 oz. (2 Tbsp.) grenadine (pomegranate syrup. If you’re using homemade grenadine, I recommend the full 1 oz, If you’re using store-bought grenadine, you may prefer 1/2 oz. As it’s a little sweeter. It’s up to you!
- Next, pour in 4 oz. (1/2 cup) ginger ale over the grenadine and ice. (If desired, you can substitute the ginger ale with lemon-lime soda or use half lemon lime soda and half ginger ale)
- To cut the sweetness, you’ll top off the glass with 2-4 oz, sparkling water. (Start with 2 oz. and add more if desired.)
- Now, you’re ready to garnish the drink. Finish your Shirley temple with a maraschino cherry and a wedge of lime or orange. (I like to give my citrus wedge a light squeeze before adding it to the glass. That little kiss of citrus helps offset the sweetness of the drink!
- Stir with a straw or drink stirrer and sip away!
Shirley Temple Recipe
FAQ
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