Cranberry Ginger Mocktail Sparkler (Printable)

A lively, alcohol-free drink with cranberry, ginger, citrus, and sparkling water for festive or casual occasions.

# Components:

→ Fruit Juices

01 - 1 cup cranberry juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
02 - 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)

→ Syrups & Mixers

03 - 2 tablespoons ginger syrup (store-bought or homemade)
04 - 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)

→ Sparkling

05 - 1 cup club soda or sparkling water, chilled

→ Garnishes (optional)

06 - Fresh cranberries
07 - Orange or lime slices
08 - Fresh mint leaves
09 - Ice cubes

# Method:

01 - Fill two tall glasses halfway with ice cubes.
02 - In a pitcher or shaker, blend cranberry juice, orange juice, ginger syrup, and lime juice. Stir or shake thoroughly to mix.
03 - Distribute the juice blend evenly between the prepared glasses.
04 - Top each glass with chilled club soda or sparkling water, then stir gently to integrate.
05 - Adorn with fresh cranberries, citrus slices, and mint leaves as desired. Serve at once.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses ingredients you probably already have in your fridge or pantry
  • Refreshingly light and perfect for gatherings any time of year
  • Suitable for almost every diet including vegan and gluten-free
  • No fancy mixology skills or tools are needed
02 -
  • This is naturally gluten-free and totally plant-based
  • No added refined sugars if you pick unsweetened juice and make your own ginger syrup
  • Ready in minutes without any cooking
03 -
  • Layering the ice and slow pouring preserves bubbles and keeps garnish colors distinct
  • Always taste your juice mix before adding fizz so you can tweak sweetness or acidity
  • Use a chilled pitcher or shaker for a mocktail that stays colder longer

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