Shirley Temple drink
The Shirley Temple is a classic non-alcoholic mocktail made with ginger ale or lemon-lime soda, a splash of grenadine, and garnished with a maraschino cherry and sometimes an orange slice. It was created in the 1930s at Hollywood's Chasen's restaurant, named after the child star Shirley Temple, as a kid-friendly alternative to cocktails. The drink is known for its vibrant pink-red color and sweet, bubbly taste.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is very high in carbohydrates, primarily from added sugars in the soda and grenadine, with negligible fat or protein. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, offering little nutritional value beyond quick energy from sugar.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 25 mg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Sodium | 25 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 15 mg |
| Zinc | 0.05 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Shirley Temple is culturally significant as one of the most famous mocktails, symbolizing the idea of a 'fancy' non-alcoholic beverage for all ages. Its creation is a notable example of Hollywood glamour influencing mainstream food and drink culture.
