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Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail: Refreshing Festive Sips

This Vanilla Cranberry Crush Mocktail is a delightful, non-alcoholic drink perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Mocktail Base
  • 1 cup cranberry juice can substitute with pomegranate juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract
  • 1 cup soda water or club soda, can use lemon-lime soda for sweetness
  • 1 cup ice cubes fresh or frozen cranberries can be used instead
Garnish
  • 0.5 cup fresh cranberries
  • 2 slices lime

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • Tall glass

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in 1 cup of cranberry juice and add 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
  4. Strain the mixture into a tall glass, leaving the ice behind.
  5. Top off with soda water, leaving space at the top for garnish.
  6. Garnish with fresh cranberries and a slice of lime on the rim.
  7. Stir gently before serving and enjoy!

Notes

Add mint leaves for extra freshness and visual appeal. Adjust sweetness by increasing cranberry juice if too tart.