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Cozy Sparkling Cranberry Mule Mocktail – Easy Holiday Drink Recipe

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A refreshing and cozy non-alcoholic holiday drink made with tart cranberry juice, spicy fresh ginger, and crisp ginger beer. Ready in under 10 minutes, it’s perfect for festive gatherings or quiet winter evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 oz (120 ml) unsweetened cranberry juice (100% pure, not cocktail blend)
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into thin coins
  • ½ oz (15 ml) fresh lime juice (from about ½ lime)
  • 4 oz (120 ml) non-alcoholic ginger beer (chilled)
  • ½ oz (15 ml) simple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup ice cubes (preferably large, clear cubes)
  • Garnish: fresh cranberries, rosemary sprig, lime slice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger and cut into 3-4 thin coins. Juice half a lime to get ½ oz (15 ml) fresh lime juice.
  2. Place ginger coins in the bottom of a copper mug or highball glass. Add lime juice and simple syrup (if using). Gently muddle with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, pressing and twisting a few times to release ginger oils—do not over-muddle.
  3. Pour in 4 oz (120 ml) unsweetened cranberry juice and stir gently to combine. Taste and add more simple syrup if desired.
  4. Fill the glass to the top with ice cubes (about 1 cup).
  5. Slowly pour 4 oz (120 ml) chilled ginger beer over the ice to preserve carbonation. Stir gently once or twice to combine layers.
  6. Garnish with skewered fresh cranberries, a rosemary sprig (slap it first to release oils), and a lime slice. Serve immediately.

Notes

Don’t over-muddle the ginger—gentle twists release oils without bitterness. Chill all ingredients beforehand for best fizz. For a party, prepare the cranberry-ginger base up to 24 hours ahead and add ginger beer just before serving. Use large ice cubes to prevent dilution.

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