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A sparkling cranberry ginger beer mocktail served in a copper mug with ice, frozen cranberries, fresh mint, and lime slices, on a festive holiday table.

Cranberry Ginger Beer Mocktail

This cranberry ginger beer mocktail is the perfect festive drink—bright red, fizzy, and full of tart-sweet flavor. Ready in under 5 minutes and completely alcohol-free, it’s a crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike! Serve this refreshing mocktail for holidays, parties, or any time you want a fun and easy drink.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 mocktail

Ingredients

  • 3 oz cranberry juice (100% juice recommended, for natural tartness)

  • 4 oz ginger beer (boldly flavored and mildly sweet)

  • ½ oz fresh lime juice (about ½ a lime)

  • 2–3 fresh mint leaves (optional, for extra freshness)

  • A few frozen cranberries (for garnish and to keep it cold)

  • Sparkling water (optional, a splash for lighter sweetness)

  • Ice cubes (enough to fill your glass)

  • Garnish: lime slices, sugared cranberries, mint sprig (optional)

Instructions

  1. Fill your copper mug or glass with ice cubes.

  2. Add cranberry juice and fresh lime juice.

  3. Stir gently to mix the juices together.

  4. Slowly pour in the ginger beer to keep the bubbles intact.

  5. Stir lightly, just enough to blend.

  6. Add mint leaves and frozen cranberries on top for decoration.

  7. Garnish with lime slices, sugared cranberries, or a mint sprig as desired.

  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For best fizz, chill all ingredients before making.

  • Ginger beer adds essential spice and bubbles—don’t substitute with ginger ale unless you want a milder drink.

  • To make a pitcher for a crowd, mix cranberry juice and lime juice ahead, then top with ginger beer and sparkling water just before serving.

  • Leftover cranberry-lime mix can be frozen into ice pops.

  • Experiment with seasonal twists: pineapple in summer, cinnamon in fall, or a sprig of rosemary in winter.

  • Author: ANA ARMAS
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Drinks / Mocktails
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: ~85 per serving
  • Fat: ~85 per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Protein: 0g

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