Ginger Cranberry Smash Mocktail
A refreshing, easy mocktail blending tangy cranberry juice with spicy ginger, brightened by lime and a touch of mint. Perfect for any season and occasion—bubbly, tart, and not too sweet!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler or wooden spoon
- Tall glass or mason jar
- Measuring jigger or small cup
- Strainer
- Bar spoon or regular spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Small knife and cutting board
- Ice scoop or large spoon
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice
- 1/4 cup ginger ale or ginger beer
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup
- 2-3 fresh mint leaves
- 3-4 fresh or frozen cranberries
- crushed ice
- lime wedge for garnish
- extra mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Add mint leaves and cranberries to a cocktail shaker and muddle for about 15 seconds.
- Fill the shaker with crushed ice.
- Pour in cranberry juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and ginger ale.
- Shake gently for about 10-15 seconds so the flavors mix well.
- Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with more crushed ice.
- Top with extra ginger ale if you like more fizz.
- Garnish the drink with a lime wedge, mint sprig, and a few cranberries.
Notes
Frozen cranberries help keep the drink cold without watering it down. For more ginger flavor, grate a bit of fresh ginger in before shaking. Use less simple syrup or unsweetened cranberry juice to reduce sugar. Club soda can replace ginger ale for a lighter drink.