Mixpert reviewed recipe
Classic Shirley Temple
This cheerful zero-proof classic combines lively bubbles with a bright grenadine blush and just enough lime to balance the sweetness.
Ready in5 minMakes1 servingCalories120Total sugar29g
Zero proofStep by step
Make it like a pro.
- 01
Fill a highball glass with ice.
- 02
Add ginger ale, lemon-lime soda, and lime juice, then pour in the grenadine.
- 03
Stir once or twice to create a rosy gradient and garnish with the cherry.
Easy swaps
- Use all ginger ale for a simpler classic version.
- Choose zero-sugar sodas and one teaspoon grenadine for a drink under 25 calories.
Mixpert tips
- Add the grenadine last for the prettiest color gradient.
- Serve immediately to keep the bubbles lively.
Classic Shirley Temple questions
Is a Shirley Temple alcoholic?+
No. The classic Shirley Temple is a nonalcoholic mixed drink made with soda and grenadine.
What soda is used in a Shirley Temple?+
Ginger ale is traditional in many versions; lemon-lime soda is also common, and a blend gives extra brightness.
