Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail Recipe
This Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail is a refreshing and flavorful non-alcoholic beverage that combines tart cranberry juice with smooth vanilla and a touch of sweetness, topped with sparkling water for a delightful fizz. Perfect for a festive gathering or a relaxing refreshment on a warm day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Mocktail Base
- 1 cup fresh cranberry juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey or simple syrup
Toppings and Garnish
- 1 cup sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Cranberry Juice and Vanilla: In a mixing glass, pour 1 cup of fresh cranberry juice and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. This forms the flavorful base for your mocktail.
- Add Sweetener: Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey or simple syrup into the cranberry-vanilla mixture. Mix thoroughly until the sweetener is fully blended to balance the tartness of the juice.
- Prepare Glass with Ice: Fill your serving glass halfway with ice cubes to chill the drink and keep it refreshing.
- Pour Base Over Ice: Pour the cranberry and vanilla mixture over the ice-filled glass, ensuring the liquid cools down immediately.
- Top with Sparkling Water: Gently add 1 cup of sparkling water to the glass, then stir lightly to combine all ingredients without losing the fizz.
- Garnish and Serve: Add fresh cranberries and mint leaves on top as a garnish. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, fizzy, and flavorful mocktail.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more honey or simple syrup if desired.
- Use chilled sparkling water for the best fizz and coldness.
- Fresh cranberries add a pop of color and a slight tartness that complements the drink.
- Mint leaves provide a refreshing aroma and enhance the presentation.
- Can be made ahead by mixing the cranberry, vanilla, and sweetener, then adding sparkling water just before serving.
Keywords: vanilla cranberry mocktail, cranberry juice drink, non alcoholic cocktail, sparkling cranberry beverage, festive mocktail, refreshing summer drink
