Who says you need alcohol to make a drink feel special? This Cranberry Ginger Mocktail is proof that you can sip something bright, fizzy, and fun without the buzz or the bloat.
It’s tart from the cranberry, zesty from the ginger, and perfectly bubbly from a splash of sparkling water. Whether you’re hosting dinner, clinking glasses with friends, or just craving something refreshing, this drink feels like a celebration in a glass. It’s gut-friendly, guilt-free, and full of cheer.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup 100% pure cranberry juice (no added sugar or apple juice)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger juice or 1 teaspoon finely grated ginger (strained)
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda (chilled)
- ½ cup fresh or frozen cranberries (for garnish)
- 1 small sprig of rosemary or mint (optional)
- Ice cubes
- 1 serving Regular Girl Original Powder
How to Make It:
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Mix the base. In a small pitcher or jar, whisk together cranberry juice, ginger juice, and maple syrup until smooth.
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Add the bubbles. Pour the mixture over ice and top with chilled sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
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Add Regular Girl. Stir in Regular Girl Original Powder for that extra gut-friendly boost.
- Garnish & serve. Drop in a few cranberries and a sprig of rosemary or mint for a lovely, festive touch. Then sip, smile, and enjoy!
Quick Tips
- Chill all your ingredients before mixing for the best fizz.
- Want a lighter ginger flavor? Start small. You can always add more kicks later.
- A splash of orange juice adds brightness and stays low-FODMAP in small amounts.
Cheers to Feeling Good This Thanksgiving
This Cranberry Ginger Mocktail is crisp, colorful, and made for moments when you want to feel refreshed, not sluggish. It’s festive enough for the Thanksgiving table yet simple enough to make any day feel special.
So grab your glass, pour the fizz, and raise a toast to feeling good inside and out. It is important to remember that celebrating should always come with comfort, not consequences.
Pour yourself a glass of that bubbly, gut-friendly goodness and share the Thanksgiving cheer! Snap a photo, tag @getregulargirl, and use #BloatFreeWithRegularGirl for a chance to be featured. We’d love to see your festive mocktail adding sparkle to your holiday table.