The Shirley Temple Black mocktail is, true to its name, a grown-up version of a childhood classic, named for the star’s married name and fittingly dressed in dark cola. Grenadine brings a sweet-tart pomegranate glow, a teaspoon of fresh lemon sharpens the finish, and chilled cola adds rich depth and lively bubbles, much like its close cousin, the Roy Rogers.
Pour one tonight, alcohol-free and full of fizz, and let a favorite from your childhood grow up in your glass.
Recipe & How to Make
Ingredients
Recipe no.124
- Grenadine Syrup — 2/3 oz (20ml)
- Lemon Juice — 1 tsp
- Cola — Full
- Lemon Slice
※ 1 tsp = one bar spoon
※ Full = fill the glass about 80–90% full
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Directions
Chill the cola and the glass beforehand. Cut one lemon slice.
Add the grenadine syrup and lemon juice to the glass and mix lightly.
Add ice, then gently top with cola so it doesn’t foam. Stir slowly once or twice; lifting the ice up and down mixes it without losing the bubbles.
Press the lemon slice into the glass with a bar spoon.
・Technique ｜ Stir
・Glass ｜ Wine Glass / Collins Glass
・ABV ｜ ABV = 0%
・Best Enjoyed ｜ All Day
Shirley Temple Black ｜ Origin & Features
Origin
Photo | Shirley Temple in 1948 | Image source: Wikipedia
The original Shirley Temple, ginger ale with grenadine, is named after the beloved child star of the 1930s. In 1950 she married Charles Black, became Shirley Temple Black, and later served as a U.S. ambassador.
This version swaps ginger ale for cola, adding depth and a gentle bitterness. Fittingly, Temple herself found the original too sweet, so a richer, more balanced take suits her name well.
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Features & Taste
The Shirley Temple Black opens with cola’s rich aroma, followed by grenadine’s pomegranate fruitiness. A teaspoon of lemon keeps the finish clean, so it never tastes merely sugary.
Chill it well and pour gently to keep the fizz lively. The grenadine is set at 2/3 oz (20ml), but I ease it back slightly for a lighter glass. It pairs nicely with salty fries or pizza at a party.
Points, Twists & Food Pairings
Tips for Making It
- Pour the cola slowly — A common mistake is pouring cola quickly over the grenadine. It foams up fast, and much of the fizz escapes before the first sip. Tilt the glass and let the cola run gently down the side.
- Choose a pomegranate-based grenadine — Real pomegranate grenadine brings a tart, fruity depth that stands up to cola. Artificially flavored syrups can make the drink taste more like candy.
- Use fresh lemon juice — Just one teaspoon keeps the finish clean and bright. I always squeeze it fresh, because that small touch is what makes this drink taste grown-up.
Twists
- Cherry Garnish — Add a maraschino cherry or two. It’s the classic finishing touch for grenadine sodas and adds a pop of red to the glass.
- Cherry Vanilla Twist — Add a few drops of vanilla syrup. The vanilla blends with the grenadine for a nostalgic, soda-fountain flavor.
- Spiked Version — For adults, add 1 oz (30ml) of dark rum. This style is also known as a “Shirley Temple Black” in some bars, so it’s worth noting it contains alcohol.
Food Pairings
- French fries — Their saltiness balances the grenadine’s sweetness, and the fizz refreshes your palate after each oily bite.
- Pizza — The cheese and tomato tang meet cola’s rich sweetness, while the lemon keeps the pairing light.
- Buttered popcorn — Its buttery, salty crunch echoes cola’s caramel notes, making a perfect movie-night match.
Shirley Temple Black Mocktail: Easy 4-Ingredient Cola Recipe
Make a Shirley Temple Black mocktail with grenadine, cola and fresh lemon. An easy 4-ingredient, alcohol-free twist on the classic, perfect for any party.
タイプ: Mocktail
料理: American
レシピー歩留まり: Shirley Temple Black mocktail, Shirley Temple with cola, Roy Rogers drink, grenadine and cola, non-alcoholic cocktail, cola mocktail, kid-friendly drink
カロリー: 1 drink
準備時間: PT2M
所要時間: PT2M
レシピー材料:
- Grenadine Syrup — 2/3 oz (20ml)
- Lemon Juice — 1 tsp
- Cola — Full
- Lemon Slice
レシピーの説明:
Prepare:
- Chill the cola and the glass beforehand. Cut one lemon slice.
Combine:
- Add the grenadine syrup and lemon juice to the glass and mix lightly.
Stir:
- Add ice, then gently top with cola so it doesn't foam. Stir slowly once or twice; lifting the ice up and down mixes it without losing the bubbles.
Finish:
- Press the lemon slice into the glass with a bar spoon.
