Shirley Temple Drink

The Shirley Temple is a classic drink beloved by all ages. Sweet, refreshing, and topped with a cherry, it’s perfect for any occasion.

The Shirley Temple is a timeless, non-alcoholic drink that’s beloved by both kids and adults alike.

This delightful beverage combines the fizzy sweetness of ginger ale or lemon-lime soda with the vibrant red hue and flavour of grenadine. Traditionally garnished with a maraschino cherry, it adds a touch of elegance and fun to any gathering.

Perfect for parties, family get-togethers, or simply as a refreshing treat on a warm day, the Shirley Temple is a charming drink that brings a sense of nostalgia and joy to every sip.

Equipment Needed

You don’t need any equipment at all to make this classic mocktail.

I would recommend using a 16 oz Highball glass or a 500 mL mason jar for serving. Any tall glass will work as long as it can hold about 16 oz.

You will also want picks for the garnishes. I used these gold cocktail picks for my garnish, but you might want to use plastic sword picks or even tropical umbrella picks when serving kids.

About the Ingredients for a Classic Shirley Temple

Note: Your orange juice and soda should be chilled prior to making this delicious virgin drink.

Orange juice – I like to use pulp-free orange juice, do not substitute with orange drinks as it will be too sweet.

Soda – We used 7-up but sprite is a good option. An authentic Shirley Temple is made with ginger ale instead but citrus pop works better in my opinion.

Grenadine – Grenadine syrup is made from pomegranate and has a brilliant red colour. If you need a good substitute then maraschino cherry juice is your best bet. You can easily adjust the sweetness of the drink by adjusting the amount of grenadine you add.

Garnishes – Garnish as desired. Citrus slices, maraschino cherries, and umbrellas on top of the drink are a fun way to fancy it up!

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How to Make a Shirley Temple

Yields: 1 Serving | Prep time: 5 Minutes | Cook time: 0 Minutes

Ingredients:

• Ice cubes
• 1/2 Cup Orange juice
• 1 Cup Lemon-lime soda
• 2 Tablespoons Grenadine syrup
• Optional for garnish: Maraschino cherries, Orange slices

Directions:

Fill a 16 oz glass half full with ice cubes.

Pour in orange juice, then soda.

Add the grenadine.

Garnish with maraschino cherry and an orange slice. Serve un-stirred,

Stir before drinking.