Cranberry Holiday Mocktail
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened 100% cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup or maple syrup
- 2 cups ginger ale or sparkling white grape juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Rosemary sprigs for garnish
- Orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the cranberry juice, fresh orange juice, and lime juice. Stir well to ensure the flavors are fully integrated. Using fresh citrus juice makes a world of difference in the brightness of the final drink.
- Add your simple syrup or maple syrup to the juice mixture. Stir vigorously until the sweetener is completely dissolved. If you prefer a more tart drink, you can reduce the amount of syrup used.
- Add the ice cubes to the pitcher or directly into individual serving glasses. Stir the juice base one more time to chill the liquid before adding the carbonated element.
- Just before serving, pour in the ginger ale or sparkling white grape juice. Stir very gently with a long spoon to mix the flavors without losing the carbonation. This ensures every sip is bubbly and refreshing.
- Pour the mocktail into glasses. Garnish each glass with a few fresh cranberries, a slice of orange, and a sprig of fresh rosemary. The rosemary adds a wonderful pine-like aroma that enhances the holiday experience.
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