Cranberry Mocktail

This cranberry mocktail is tart, sparkling, and refreshing — perfect for holidays, brunches, or relaxing evenings. With just a few ingredients, you can create a drink that feels elegant and festive without any alcohol.

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cranberry mocktail, simple cranberry mocktail, sparkling cranberry mocktail

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings: glasses

Calories: 70kcal

Author: Sophie Lane

Equipment

Tall glasses
* Muddler or spoon (for lime/mint variations)
* Small pitcher or shaker (optional)
Ice cubes

Ingredients

1 cup cranberry juice unsweetened or 100% juice for best flavor
* 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda chilled
* 2 teaspoons lime juice freshly squeezed
* 1 tablespoon simple syrup or honey optional, adjust to taste
* Ice cubes
* Garnishes: lime wedges fresh mint, or frozen cranberries

Instructions

Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes.
Pour 1/2 cup cranberry juice into each glass.
Add 1/4 cup sparkling water (or club soda) to each glass.
Stir in 1 teaspoon lime juice per glass.
Taste and add a small drizzle of simple syrup or honey if you prefer it sweeter.
Garnish with lime wedges, mint leaves, or frozen cranberries.
Serve immediately while chilled and fizzy.

Notes

**Variations**: Swap sparkling water with ginger beer for a spicy kick. Replace lime with orange juice for a softer citrus note.
* **Large Batch**: Multiply ingredients and serve in a pitcher or punch bowl with floating orange slices and rosemary.
* **Sleepy Girl Mocktail**: Mix cranberry juice with tart cherry juice and top with sparkling water for a calming bedtime variation.
* **Presentation Tip**: Freeze cranberries and use them as ice cubes to keep the drink cold without diluting flavor.

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