Easy Shirley Temple Drink (Printable Version)

A refreshing non-alcoholic blend of lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, and grenadine with a cherry garnish.

# What You Need:

→ Main

01 - 1 cup lemon-lime soda (Sprite or 7UP)
02 - 1 cup ginger ale
03 - 2 tablespoons grenadine syrup
04 - Ice cubes as needed

→ Garnish

05 - 2 maraschino cherries
06 - 2 orange slices (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes to chill.
02 - Pour ½ cup lemon-lime soda and ½ cup ginger ale into each prepared glass.
03 - Add 1 tablespoon grenadine syrup to each glass.
04 - Stir gently to combine ingredients and create a rosy color.
05 - Garnish each drink with a maraschino cherry and optional orange slice. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The beautiful ombre effect happens right before your eyes as the grenadine cascades through the clear soda
  • It takes literally five minutes but makes everyone feel special and included at celebrations
02 -
  • Pouring the grenadine slowly down the side of the glass creates that signature layered look everyone loves
  • Stirring too much will muddy the colors so embrace the imperfect swirl
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes beforehand for restaurant-quality presentation
  • Keep extra grenadine nearby so guests can adjust sweetness to their taste

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