Recipe: Cranberry Mocktail

Here's a refreshing mocktail loaded with antioxidants that can improve blood pressure and lower cholesterol. (Note: If you're taking a blood thinner, talk with your doctor. The vitamin K in cranberries can interfere with that medication.)

Serves 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup ice
• 2 ounces cranberry juice, 100% juice, unsweetened preferred
• ½ ounce fresh lime juice
• 6.8 oz bottle light ginger beer
• lime slice, fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs (for garnish) 

Directions

• Fill a mug or festive glass with ice.
• Add cranberry juice, ginger beer and lime juice. Stir gently to blend the flavors.
• Add a sprig of rosemary and a few cranberries to add finishing touches.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):  59 calories, 15.5 g carbohydrates, 8 mg sodium, 0.5 g fiber, 10 g sugar

Adapted from Cranberry Mule Mocktail - Skinnytaste

Reviewed by PeaceHealth dietitians and nutritionists. Learn more about the health benefits of cranberries.