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Shirley Temple

A refreshing non-alcoholic mocktail made with grenadine, ginger ale, and orange juice.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1/2 ounce grenadine syrup
  • 3 ounces fresh orange juice
  • 4 ounces ginger ale
  • 6 to 8 ice cubes
  • 1 maraschino cherry for garnish
  • 1 thin slice of orange for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Tall highball glass or beverage glass
  • Measuring spoons
  • Jigger or shot glass for measuring liquids
  • Bar spoon or regular spoon for stirring
  • Ice maker or ice from your freezer
  • Cutting board for garnish prep
  • Paring knife

Method
 

  1. Fill your glass with ice by pouring six to eight ice cubes into your tall highball glass.
  2. Measure and pour 1/2 ounce of grenadine syrup over the ice.
  3. Pour 3 ounces of fresh orange juice directly over the ice and grenadine.
  4. Slowly pour 4 ounces of ginger ale over the mixture, tilting your glass slightly to control the fizz.
  5. Stir gently to combine the drink about five to six times using a bar spoon or regular spoon.
  6. Prepare your garnish by placing a maraschino cherry on a cocktail pick or dropping it into the glass.
  7. Add the maraschino cherry garnish to the glass.
  8. If using an orange slice, slide it onto the rim of the glass.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Shirley Temple.

Notes

Feel free to customize the drink by adjusting the ratios of grenadine, orange juice, or ginger ale to match your personal taste.