Shirley Temple Drink – Indulge in the nostalgia of a classic Shirley Temple drink; with a few simple ingredients, this non-alcoholic beverage is perfect for entertaining kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a party or just looking for a delicious non-alcoholic beverage to enjoy on a hot day, Shirley Temple’s are the way to go – and while you’re at it, try one of these mocktail recipes!
SO WHAT’S IN A SHIRLEY TEMPLE DRINK?
- Ginger Ale: I use ginger ale to make our Shirley Temple drink. However, you can also use ginger beer, Sprite, 7-Up, or other lemon-lime sodas. Some recipes even use a combination of ginger ale and Sprite or 7-Up.
- Grenadine: Sweet grenadine adds the signature color and flavor to our Shirley Temple recipe. Purchase a store-bought grenadine or follow this recipe for grenadine (pomegranate simple syrup) and make your own!
- Maraschino Cherries: Garnish the drink with a few maraschino cherries.
HOW TO MAKE A SHIRLEY TEMPLE DRINK
The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Fill a drinking glass with ice.
Add grenadine and top it with ginger ale.
Garnish with maraschino cherries to serve.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is in a Shirley Temple drink?
You need three simple ingredients to make this drink: ginger ale, grenadine, and maraschino cherries. Modern versions of the drink also incorporate lemonade or lemon-lime sodas like Sprite or 7-Up in place of ginger ale.
Why is it called a Shirley Temple cocktail?
The famous actress Shirley Temple attended many parties as a child. Rumor has it that because of her age, a bartender created a mocktail just for her using ingredients found behind the bar.
What does a Shirley Temple taste like?
A Shirley Temple is a refreshing drink with a hint of ginger from the ginger ale, complemented by the fruity notes of cherry and pomegranate from the grenadine syrup. The cherry garnish rounds out the drink perfectly.
How can I serve this drink to a crowd?
Shirley Temple punch is just the thing for any party or get-together you’re throwing; this recipe yields about 15-20 cups.
1. Fill a punch bowl with ice, about 6 cups.
2. Add a 12-ounce bottle of grenadine and top it with two 2-liter bottles of ginger ale. Gently stir to combine.
3. Garnish with maraschino cherries to serve.
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Shirley Temple Drink
- Drinking Glass
- 8 ounces ginger ale
- 2 tablespoons Grenadine
- 1 cup ice
- maraschino cherries, to garnish
- Fill a drinking glass with ice.
- Add grenadine and top it with ginger ale, then give it a little stir.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries to serve.
- The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.