Macedonian Shirley Temple Cocktail
A non-alcoholic, festive beverage popular in North Macedonia, often served to children and at celebrations. It's a sweet and tangy mix of grenadine, lemon-lime soda, and a maraschino cherry garnish.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings1
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 30 ml Grenadine syrup
- 150 ml Lemon-lime soda(e.g., Sprite or 7UP)
- 4-6 Ice cubes
- 1 Maraschino cherry(for garnish)
- 1 Orange slice(optional, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the grenadine syrup over the ice.
- 3
Slowly top up the glass with lemon-lime soda.
- 4
Gently stir to combine.
- 5
Garnish with a maraschino cherry and an orange slice, if desired.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Adjust the amount of grenadine to your preferred sweetness.
- ✓For a slightly more tart flavor, use ginger ale instead of lemon-lime soda.
- ✓Ensure the soda is well-chilled for the best taste.
🔄 Variations
- Add a splash of pineapple juice for a tropical twist.
- Use sparkling water with a squeeze of lime for a lighter version.