Shirley Temple Drink – Refreshingly sweet and irresistibly bubbly, this iconic childhood favorite never goes out of style! The vibrant color and mouthwatering combination of lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, and orange juice make it a highly requested beverage. A few ingredients and a couple of minutes turn any meal into a celebration! Years later, I’m still obsessed with Shirley Temples. Now, they’re for more than just weddings because they ramp up summer BBQs, kids’ parties, and weekends at the beach. It’s an irresistible beverage that adapts to any occasion!
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make a Shirley Temple Drink
Prepare the Glasses – Place ice in a tall iced-tea glass, then pour the grenadine syrup over the ice.Mix – Add orange juice, then top with lemon-lime soda (and/or ginger ale), forming a beautiful gradient.Stir gently to combine.Finishing Touch – Garnish with maraschino cherry, mint, orange, and lemon slices, and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
It’s best to serve your Shirley Temple drink immediately so it doesn’t lose its fizz or get watered down. But you can make the drink without ice in a punch bowl or a pitcher a little before the event if you’re serving a crowd. Then add the ice when your guests arrive.
Serving and Storage Instructions
There are a couple of ways to store Shirley Temples to enjoy later. First, refrigerate the mixture, and when ready to use it, add a splash of soda to revive the carbonation. Second (and my favorite), pour your mix into a popsicle mold and freeze it for a delicious icy snack!
What to Serve With a Shirley Temple
Mocktails and snack foods go hand in hand! For a cocktail party or movie night with the family, serve homemade tortilla chips with decadent dips like restaurant-style salsa. Smoked chicken wings and ham and cheese sliders also make tasty additions to any snack table.
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Conclusion
This rosy, bubbly beverage is fun and refined, appropriate for any occasion and age group! When did you try your first Shirley Temple? Leave me a comment below and share your memories!
Watch How to Make It
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