Description
Try this refreshing Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail for the holidays! A non-alcoholic festive drink perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cranberry juice (preferably 100% juice, not cocktail)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup (or ½ teaspoon vanilla extract)
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- Club soda or sparkling water, to top off
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
- Optional: sugar or sweetener (if you prefer a sweeter drink)
Instructions
- Prepare the glasses: Fill your glasses with ice cubes.
- Mix the cranberry juice and vanilla: In a shaker or stirring glass, combine the cranberry juice, vanilla syrup (or extract), and lime juice. Stir or shake gently to combine.
- Pour the mixture into glasses: Pour the cranberry and vanilla mixture over the ice in each glass, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Add the fizz: Top off each glass with sparkling water or club soda. Give it a gentle stir to combine the ingredients.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish your drink with fresh cranberries, a sprig of mint, and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Optionally, add edible glitter for extra sparkle.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing, fizzy, and fruity flavors of your Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Chill your glasses for a cooler, more refreshing drink.
- Adjust sweetness by adding sugar or sweetener to taste.
- Experiment with adding pomegranate or orange juice for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Holiday