Description
Kissing Santa Claus Mocktail is a festive and refreshing holiday drink combining cranberry juice, pineapple juice, and a touch of grenadine, topped with sparkling lemon-lime soda. This vibrant red mocktail is perfect for celebrating Christmas and other winter festivities, offering a sweet and tangy flavor without any alcohol.
Ingredients
Scale
Mocktail Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice (100% juice, chilled)
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon grenadine
- 1/4 cup lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
- Crushed ice
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Sugar for rimming (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Rim: (Optional) Moisten the rim of your serving glass with lemon juice, then dip the edge into sugar to create a frosted, festive look.
- Add Ice: Fill the prepared glass with crushed ice to chill and provide a refreshing base for the mocktail.
- Mix Juices and Grenadine: In a shaker or a measuring cup, combine the cranberry juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine. Stir or gently shake the mixture until well blended.
- Pour Over Ice: Pour the juice and grenadine mixture slowly over the crushed ice in the glass to keep it chilled.
- Add Fizzy Topper: Top off the mocktail with lemon-lime soda or sparkling water to add a refreshing fizzy finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Decorate the drink with fresh mint leaves and cranberries for an eye-catching, festive presentation before serving.
Notes
- This mocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a non-alcoholic festive option.
- Adjust sweetness by opting for sparkling water instead of lemon-lime soda.
- For a fun and decorative touch, freeze cranberries and use them as colorful ice cubes.
