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Sophie Lane

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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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

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

Equipment

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

Method
 

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

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 0.2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 16g

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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