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Harvest Cider Mocktail

Apple cider, cranberry and lemon over ice with a ginger ale top: the alcohol-free partner to the Harvest Bourbon Punch.

Time
3 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Built in glass
Glass
Rocks glass

Ingredients

Servings

Amounts below make 1 serving.

Garnish: Apple slice (1 slice), Cranberries (3)

How to make it

  1. 1

    Stir the cider, cranberry juice and lemon juice over ice.

  2. 2

    Top with ginger ale.

  3. 3

    For a pitcher, add ¾ cup cold water per 8 servings and chill at least 2 hours. Add the bubbles just before serving.

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Bar gear

Equipment for this drink

Tools you'll need

  • JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
  • Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.
  • Citrus pressSqueezes fresh lemon and lime fast — fresh juice is the biggest upgrade you can make.

Recommended glassware

  • Rocks glassShort and sturdy — for spirit-forward drinks and sours over ice.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: Mixistry Thanksgiving Bar recipe cards. Original recipe owned by Mixistry, from the Thanksgiving Bar recipe card pack. Last updated 2026-10-11.

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