This Shirley Temple drink recipe is perfect for year-round enjoyment. It’s super simple to make and it’s such a fun party drink for kids and grownups alike. Come find out how to make a Shirley Temple with my easy recipe.
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Shirley Temple Drink
I remember that I was around 8-years-old the first time I ever had a Shirley Temple Drink. My family and I were attending a wedding and there was an open bar. I remember my sister and I made at least a dozen trips each to the bar because we loved the sweet drink and of course the maraschino cherries!
It’s been quite a few years since my first Shirley Temple drink and I still find myself ordering them at restaurants and parties. Sure they’re mocktails originally made for kids, but there’s something about the super sweet cherry drink that has me keeps me coming back for more. Maybe it’s nostalgia or maybe it’s the high fructose corn syrup…either way, I’m hooked!
I love whipping up these little Shirley Temple drink mocktails any time of the year but especially during the summer and holiday season. They’re so pretty and grownups and kids alike just love them! Other mocktails that my family and I enjoy year-round are my Virgin Pina Coladas and Cranberry Limeade Sparkling Mocktail.
Traditional Shirley Temple Drink:
When the Shirley Temple drink was first invented sometime during the 1930s was originally served with ginger ale, a splash of grenadine, and garnished with a maraschino cherry.
Modern Shirley Temple Drink:
The Modern Sherry Temple that is served at most restaurants today is often served with lemon-lime soda or lemonade and a splash of grenadine and garnished with a maraschino cherry. Sometimes a splash of orange juice is added, too.
What do you need to make a Shirley Temple?
- Ice
- Grenadine syrup
- Lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7Up)
- Maraschino cherries
How do you make a Shirley Temple?
Shirley Temple drinks are super simple to make, and you can often whip them up in just 1 minute. Here’s how: Fill a tall glass halfway with ice. Pour the grenadine over the ice followed by the lemon-lime soda. Garnish with maraschino cherries and serve.
Cook’s Note – Shirley Temple Recipe:
- Sometimes I like to Make a Shirley Temple Punch for the holidays, here’s how:
- First, add 2 pounds of ice to a punch bowl.
- Then, pour 8-10 ounces of grenadine syrup over the ice followed by a 2-liter bottle of lemon-lime soda.
- Next, add a bunch of maraschino cherries into the punch bowl.
- Finally, float some scoops of lemon sherbet scoops in the punch bowl and serve!
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Shirley Temple Drink
Ingredients
- Ice
- 3 Tablespoons grenadine
- 7-8 ounces lemon-lime soda Sprite or 7-Up
- Maraschino cherries for garnish optional
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass halfway with ice. Pour the grenadine over the ice followed by the lemon-lime soda.
- Garnish with marching cherries and serve.
Tayler Ross says
I was just looking for a fun and festive drink for the kids on New Year, and this is just perfect!
Renee Goerger says
I remember drinking Shirley Temples when I was a kid and thinking I was a big deal! LOL Thanks for the memories, and thanks for the recipe!
Marie says
It’s been so long since I had a Shirley Temple! I felt so mature sipping it as a kid! haha. Such a fun drink for the holidays!
Jacque Hastert says
A great drink to serve the kiddos during the holidays.
Jillian says
I 100% agree! 🙂
Veena Azmanov says
I am feeling refreshed looking at this colorful and beautiful looking drink. Cant resist to grab this just now.
Jill says
Such a happy looking drink. My kids love them!
Vicky says
We recently went on a cruise, and my daughters were introduced to Shirley Temple drinks. They loved them and asked for one each night. I’ve been wanting to make some at home for them as a special treat so thanks for the recipe.
Dayna says
I love this yummy drink! One of my favorites!