Capsaicin Free Cranberry Ginger Mocktail
Tart cranberry, bright lime, and a warmly aromatic ginger syrup come together in a sparkling drink that feels genuinely festive without a drop of alcohol. The homemade ginger syrup is the real star here — simmering fresh ginger slices with maple syrup and water coaxes out a deep, spicy-sweet flavor that bottled alternatives simply can't match. Because every ingredient is naturally free of capsaicin and hot pepper derivatives, this is one of those recipes where you don't have to scrutinize a single label or swap anything out. Unsweetened cranberry juice keeps the flavor bold and a little tangy, while fresh lime juice adds a citrusy lift that balances the sweetness of the maple perfectly. A vigorous shake over ice chills everything down fast, and the finish of sparkling water keeps it light and effervescent in the glass. Garnished with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks like something you'd order at a nice cocktail bar — but it comes together in your own kitchen in minutes.
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2 servings
For the ginger syrup
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp water
For the mocktail
- 1 cup 100% cranberry juice (unsweetened)
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wedges (optional)
- 2 sprigs fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sliced ginger, maple syrup, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the maple syrup dissolves. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 minutes, until the syrup is fragrant and the ginger has softened slightly.
- 2
Remove from the heat and let the syrup steep for 10 minutes, then strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or jar, pressing the ginger slices to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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