Ingredients
Mocktail Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Soda water or club soda, to top
- Ice cubes, as needed
- Fresh cranberries or lime slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the shaker: Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes to chill the drink while mixing.
- Add main ingredients: Pour in 1 cup of cranberry juice and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the shaker over the ice.
- Shake well: Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the mixture is well combined and chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain: Strain the chilled mixture into a serving glass to remove ice shards and ensure a smooth drink.
- Top with soda: Gently top off the glass with soda water or club soda, leaving some space for garnish and fizz.
- Garnish and serve: Add fresh cranberries or lime slices on top to garnish and enhance visual appeal before serving immediately.
Notes
- Use chilled cranberry juice and soda water to keep the drink crisp and refreshing.
- Adjust the amount of vanilla extract to taste for more or less sweetness and aroma.
- Fresh cranberries add a festive touch but can be substituted with a lime wedge or mint sprig for variety.
- This mocktail is best served immediately after preparation to enjoy the fizz.
- For a sweeter version, add a teaspoon of simple syrup before shaking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat