Shirley Temple Punch
Shirley Temple Punch is a vibrant, non-alcoholic mocktail traditionally made with ginger ale or lemon-lime soda, grenadine syrup, and a maraschino cherry garnish. It is a classic American beverage, often served at parties and celebrations as a festive drink suitable for all ages.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is high in simple carbohydrates from the soda and added sugars in the grenadine, offering minimal protein or fat. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, with the primary nutrients being quick energy from sugars and small amounts of sodium from the carbonated base.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 34 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 32 g |
| Sodium | 25 mg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Calcium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.02 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved 'kid-friendly' cocktail that mimics the sophistication of a grown-up drink, often served in a highball glass with a cherry. Nutritionally, it's a classic example of an 'empty calorie' beverage, providing energy from sugar without significant vitamins or minerals.
