Description
Festive holiday spirits come alive with Santa’s Hat Shirley Temple, a whimsical mocktail that dazzles Christmas celebrations. Holiday cheer sparkles in this playful red and white drink that will delight guests of all ages with its sweet, nostalgic charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7-Up)
- ½ cup (120 ml) grenadine syrup
- ½ cup (120 ml) orange juice or pineapple juice
Additional Ingredients:
- Crushed ice
- Maraschino cherries (with stems)
Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Coconut flakes (optional, for a snowy look)
Instructions
- Chill decorative glasses with a layer of finely crushed crystalline ice, ensuring an even distribution along the interior surface.
- Pour vibrant lemon-lime soda into the prepared vessels, creating a fizzy foundation for the festive beverage.
- Gently cascade grenadine syrup through the sparkling liquid, allowing it to create a beautiful gradient of crimson and golden hues.
- Select plump, glossy maraschino cherries and position them carefully at the base of each glass.
- Crown each cherry with a pillowy cloud of velvety whipped cream, sculpting it to mimic the iconic shape of a traditional Santa hat.
- Optionally, dust the whipped cream summit with delicate, pristine coconut flakes to simulate a charming snow-dusted effect.
- Insert a festive striped straw into each glass, completing the whimsical holiday presentation.
- Serve the Santa Hat Shirley Temple immediately, ensuring the icy temperature and vibrant layers remain perfectly intact for maximum visual and gustatory delight.
Notes
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the drink extra frosty and refreshing.
- Use fresh maraschino cherries for a vibrant, authentic garnish that looks more appealing.
- Adjust grenadine levels to control sweetness, making the drink suitable for different taste preferences.
- Create a festive alcohol-free mocktail perfect for kids and holiday parties by focusing on colorful presentation and fun garnishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg