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Shirley Temple Drink

The Shirley Temple is a classic mocktail made with ginger ale, grenadine, and a splash of citrus. Sweet, fizzy, and festive, it’s a favorite for all ages.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Shirley Temple
Servings: 1
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

  • 240 ml ginger ale or lemon-lime soda
  • 15 ml grenadine syrup
  • 100 g Ice cubes or as needed

To Garnish

  • Maraschino cherry
  • 15 ml Optional: splash (orange juice) for extra flavor

Instructions

  • Fill the glass: Add ice cubes to a tall glass.
  • Pour the soda: Add ginger ale (or lemon-lime soda) over the ice.
  • Add grenadine: Slowly pour in grenadine so it sinks and swirls through the soda.
  • Garnish: Top with a maraschino cherry — and an orange slice if you like.
  • Serve: Stir gently before drinking.

Notes

Ingredient Swaps:
Use Sprite or 7Up instead of ginger ale.
For a lighter version, use club soda with a splash of grenadine.
Technique Tips:
Pour grenadine slowly to get the signature “sunset” effect.
Add extra cherry syrup for kids who like it sweeter.
Make-Ahead & Storage:
Best made fresh; soda loses fizz if stored.
Prep garnishes (lime wedges, cherries) ahead of time.
Serving Ideas:
Serve in a tall glass with a straw for a retro vibe.
Great addition to brunch or kid-friendly party menus.
Twist Ideas:
Add orange juice for a Sunrise Shirley Temple.
Use sparkling water for a less sweet adult-friendly version.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 40mg | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.1mg