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Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail Recipe

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4.9 from 126 reviews
  • Author: Naomi
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

The Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail is a refreshing and easy-to-make non-alcoholic beverage combining tart cranberry juice with sweet vanilla syrup, zesty lime, and sparkling water for a fizzy finish. Garnished with fresh cranberries, lime slices, and mint leaves, this mocktail is perfect for any occasion as a light and flavorful drink.

Ingredients

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Liquid Ingredients

  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Garnishes

  • Fresh cranberries for garnish
  • Lime slices for garnish
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Others

  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients and Workspace: Begin by gathering all your ingredients and prepare your work area. Make sure to have a glass or cocktail shaker ready for mixing.
  2. Chill the Ingredients: Fill a cocktail shaker or a large glass with ice cubes to chill the ingredients and ensure your mocktail stays cold.
  3. Add Base Ingredients: Pour 1 cup of cranberry juice into the shaker over the ice, followed by 1 tablespoon of vanilla syrup and 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice to build the mocktail’s flavor base.
  4. Mix the Mocktail: Secure the lid onto the shaker and shake gently for about 10–15 seconds to combine the ingredients thoroughly. If using a mixing glass instead, stir well with a stirring rod.
  5. Prepare Serving Glass: In another glass, add fresh ice cubes to fill it about halfway to keep the drink chilled when poured.
  6. Strain and Pour: Strain the mixture from the shaker into the prepared glass with ice to avoid transferring ice from the shaker. If you used a mixing glass, simply pour the mixture directly.
  7. Add Fizz: Top the glass with 1/2 cup of sparkling water or club soda for a refreshing fizz, then give it a gentle stir to combine all components.
  8. Garnish: Garnish your mocktail with a few fresh cranberries, a slice of lime on the rim, and some fresh mint leaves for a beautiful and aromatic presentation.
  9. Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your delightful Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail!

Notes

  • For a sweeter mocktail, adjust the amount of vanilla syrup to your preference.
  • If you prefer a less fizzy drink, reduce the sparkling water or club soda quantity.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor; bottled lime juice can alter the taste.
  • Chilling the glass beforehand enhances the drinking experience by keeping the mocktail cold longer.
  • Substitute sparkling water with flavored club soda for added taste variations.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: vanilla cranberry mocktail, non-alcoholic cocktail, festive drink, refreshing mocktail, cranberry juice drink

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