Easy Shirley Temple Drink (Printable)

A refreshing blend of lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, and grenadine syrup topped with a maraschino cherry. Ready in 5 minutes.

# What you'll need:

→ Main

01 - 1 cup lemon-lime soda (Sprite or 7UP)
02 - 1 cup ginger ale
03 - 2 tablespoons grenadine syrup
04 - Ice cubes as needed

→ Garnish

05 - 2 maraschino cherries
06 - 2 orange slices (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes.
02 - Pour 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda and 1/2 cup ginger ale into each glass.
03 - Add 1 tablespoon grenadine syrup to each glass.
04 - Stir gently to combine and create a rosy color.
05 - Garnish each drink with a maraschino cherry and an optional orange slice. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Brings back childhood nostalgia while still feeling special enough for dinner parties
  • Takes literally five minutes but makes everyone feel celebrated
02 -
  • The grenadine sinks to the bottom first, creating those beautiful swirling patterns as you stir
  • Letting the soda go slightly flat actually makes it easier for little ones to drink
03 -
  • Pour the grenadine slowly down the side of the glass for the prettiest swirling effect
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes beforehand for extra cold drinks

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