How do you make a cranberry lime mocktail?

It's straightforward! Just layer cranberry juice and simple syrup over ice, top with lime-flavored sparkling water, and garnish with fresh lime and cranberries. The key is using quality ingredients and adding the sparkling water gently to maintain the fizz.

What are the three main ingredients in a cranberry mocktail?

The essential trio consists of cranberry juice for its vibrant color and tart flavor, simple syrup for added sweetness, and sparkling water for its refreshing bubbles. Everything else is garnished, which makes it extra special!

What does cranberry juice and lime do together?

Cranberry and lime create the perfect flavor balance – the cranberry provides a tart, slightly sweet base with gorgeous color, while lime adds bright citrus notes that cut through the richness. Together, they create a refreshing combination that's both sophisticated and crowd-pleasing.

What should I mix with cranberry juice for a non-alcoholic drink?

Cranberry juice pairs beautifully with citrus-flavored sparkling waters, ginger ale, lemon-lime soda, or even plain sparkling water with fresh citrus. For a creamier option, try mixing it with coconut water or adding a splash of pineapple juice for tropical flair.

Festive Cranberry Lime Mocktail Recipe

Description

A refreshing and festive non-alcoholic drink with cranberry juice, lime, and sparkling water — perfect for both kids and adults.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups crushed ice
8 oz cranberry juice
4 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
2 cans lime-flavored sparkling water
1 lime, sliced thin
¼ cup fresh cranberries

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Instructions

Prepare your glasses: Fill each glass with ¾ cup of crushed ice. (Clear glasses show off the beautiful layers!)
Add the cranberry base: Pour 2 oz of cranberry juice into each glass.
Sweeten to taste: Add 1 oz simple syrup to each glass and stir gently to combine. (Adjust sweetness as desired.)
Add the sparkle: Top with lime-flavored sparkling water and gently mix.
Garnish with style: Add a slice of lime and a few cranberries to each glass. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use clear glasses to showcase the beautiful layers of cranberry juice and sparkling water.
djust the amount of simple syrup to your preferred sweetness level.
Stir gently after adding sparkling water to maintain the bubbles.
Garnish with lime slices and fresh cranberries for a festive and professional presentation.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
Calories: 85
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 29mg
Fat: 0.1g
Saturated Fat: 0.01g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.04g
Trans Fat: 0.01g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 0.1g
Protein: 0.2g