Shirley Temple

The Shirley Temple is a classic non-alcoholic mocktail, typically made with ginger ale or lemon-lime soda, a splash of grenadine syrup, and garnished with a maraschino cherry and sometimes an orange slice. It's a sweet, bubbly drink that originated in the United States, often served at parties and family-friendly events.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This drink is very high in carbohydrates, primarily from added sugars in the soda and grenadine, and provides minimal essential nutrients. A typical serving can contain around 150-200 calories, almost entirely from simple sugars.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	15 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	40 mg
Folate	10 mcg
Niacin (B3)	0.2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.02 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Copper	0.02 mg
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.1 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Shirley Temple is named after the famous child actress of the 1930s and was created as a sophisticated, alcohol-free alternative for young Hollywood stars. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of a 'empty calorie' beverage, offering energy but little to no vitamins, minerals, or fiber.