Cranberry Apple Mocktail Recipe
This tasty non-alcoholic drink mixes sweet apple juice with tart cranberry juice for a refreshing blend perfect for parties and gatherings.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker or large glass
- Ice
- Measuring cups/jiggers
- Tall glasses for serving
- Stirring spoon
- Knife and cutting board for garnishes
Ingredients
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- 2 oz apple juice
- 1 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 oz ginger ale
- Ice cubes
- Apple slices for garnish
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Optional: Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour cranberry juice, apple juice, and lime juice into the shaker.
- Shake well for 10-15 seconds until the mixture is cold.
- Fill tall glasses with fresh ice cubes.
- Strain the mixture into the glasses.
- Top each glass with ginger ale.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with apple slices, fresh cranberries, and mint leaves if desired.
Notes
Store fresh juices in sealed containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For a sweeter drink, add 1/2 oz simple syrup to the mixture.
Make a large batch by multiplying ingredients by the number of servings needed. Mix in a punch bowl just before serving.
Replace ginger ale with sparkling water for a less sweet version.
This mocktail works great with both clear and cloudy apple juice varieties.