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Shirley Temple Mocktail Drink

Shirley Temple Drink Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Kick back with our Shirley Temple recipe, a bubbly blend of ginger ale, and a splash of Grenadine. This kid-friendly favorite is perfect for celebrations or cooling off on a hot day!
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 85

Ingredients
 

  • 4 oz ginger ale
  • ½ oz grenadine
  • Ice cubes
  • Maraschino cherry - for garnish, optional
  • Lemon or lime slice - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Highball Glass
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Stirrer or Bar Spoon

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
  • Add Grenadine: Measure ½ oz grenadine and pour it over the ice.
  • Add Ginger Ale: Pour 4 oz ginger ale over the ice.
  • Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
  • Garnish: Drop a maraschino cherry or a slice of lemon or lime into the glass.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Ginger Ale: If you're out of ginger ale, use club soda with a splash of ginger syrup or even ginger beer for a spicier kick. I've tried it, and it's a nice twist.
  • Grenadine: No grenadine? Make a quick substitute with pomegranate juice and a bit of sugar. Mix them well and use them in place of Grenadine.

Making a Pitcher of Shirley Temple:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 32 oz of ginger ale, and 4 oz of Grenadine.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the ginger ale, and Grenadine. Stir well.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses, garnish with a maraschino cherry and a slice of lemon or lime, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

The Shirley Temple is already a non-alcoholic drink so you can follow the original steps without any modifications.

Making it Vegan:

  • Maraschino Cherry: Traditional maraschino cherries are often colored with artificial dyes and may contain non-vegan preservatives. Opt for organic, vegan-friendly maraschino cherries if you stick to a vegan diet.
  • Grenadine: Most commercial grenadines are vegan, but checking the label for animal-derived ingredients is always good.