Description
This festive mocktail is a delightful blend of fruity flavors with a hint of mint, making it the perfect holiday drink for all ages. It’s refreshing, vibrant, and packed with holiday cheer!
Ingredients
1 cup cranberry juice (chilled)
1 cup apple juice (chilled)
1/2 cup sparkling water (or lemon-lime soda for extra sweetness)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Fresh mint leaves (for muddling and garnish)
Ice cubes
Garnishes
Cranberries (for garnish)
Lime slices (for garnish)
Fresh mint sprigs
Sugar crystals (optional, for rimming glasses)
Instructions
Prepare the Glasses:
If you’d like a sugary rim, moisten the edge of the glasses with a lime wedge, then dip them into sugar crystals. Set aside.
Muddle the Mint:
In a shaker or glass, lightly muddle a few fresh mint leaves with the lime juice and honey/agave syrup to release the mint oils.
Mix the Elixir:
Add the cranberry juice, apple juice, and a few ice cubes into the shaker with the mint. Shake gently to combine.
Serve:
Strain the drink into prepared glasses over fresh ice. Top with sparkling water (or lemon-lime soda).
Garnish:
Add a few fresh cranberries, a slice of lime, and a sprig of mint to each glass for a festive touch.