Home » Course » Drinks » Alcoholic DrinksDirty Shirley Drink Pin RecipeRate RecipeAugust 21, 2022 This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our full Disclosure Policy for details. This fizzy and refreshing drink is a perfect before dinner drink or party cocktail. Jump to Recipe If you enjoyed the fresh, fruity and citrusy flavors of a Shirley Temple cocktail when you were young, then you will love this adult version of the American classic. A shot of vodka gives this fizzy and refreshing adult Shirley Temple drink an extra kick. You can make this easy cocktail extra special by adding a slice of lime or even a maraschino cherry as a garnish. Our Dirty Shirley Temple cocktail recipe can also easily be multiplied to fill a pitcher for easy refills at your next party or ladies night. Table of Contents POSSIBLE VARIATIONSDIRTY SHIRLEY DRINK INGREDIENTSRELATED RECIPESFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSDirty Shirley Drink POSSIBLE VARIATIONS RUM – Instead of vodka, try using white rum for this cocktail, or if you are feeling adventurous even dark rum or tequila. GINGER ALE – In case you ran out of Lemon Lime soda, you can try using ginger ale instead. CITRUS KICK– If you are a big fan of citrus flavors, you can also add ½-1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice to a Dirty Shirley drink. DIRTY SHIRLEY DRINK INGREDIENTS You may have all of these adult Shirley Temple drink ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts. Jump to Recipe Lemon Lime Soda: We used regular Sprite for our cocktail. You can also substitute low-calorie varieties, or other brands like 7up, Sierra Mist, or maybe even Mountain Dew in a pinch. Vodka: We used Smirnoff brand vodka, but you can substitute your favorite brand of vodka. Grenadine Syrup RELATED RECIPES While we love a Shirley Temple with alcohol we also love some of these other recipes and think you will as well. BLACKBERRY COCKTAIL – This yummy blackberry gin spritzer can be made with or without alcohol. RED WINE SANGRIA – This flavorful red wine sangria pairs well with marinara sauce or other bold flavored dishes. JOLLY RANCHER COCKTAIL – If you enjoy jolly rancher candy you will love this cocktail. Vodka infused with your favorite jolly rancher flavor is mixed with lemon lime soda. Blackberry Cocktail This blackberry cocktail recipe, with sweetened fruit, a splash of bubbly, and a sprig of thyme, is delicious whether you make it with alcohol or without alcohol. See Recipe FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What does Grenadine syrup taste like?Grenadine syrup is fruity and sweet but also tart. It is a pomegranate flavored syrup. Can I make this a non-alcoholic drink?Yes, just leave out the vodka or other alcohol and you have one of the world’s most famous mocktails, a Shirley Temple. Can I make a whole pitcher of Dirty Shirley drink?Of course, just quadruple the recipe, put in a pitcher and add sliced fruit for a fun summer drink. alcohol, cocktail 5 from 13 votes Dirty Shirley Drink Course Drinks Cuisine American Prep Time 2 minutes Print Pin Rate 1 drink This fizzy and refreshing drink is a perfect before dinner drink or party cocktail. Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark Equipmentstir stick or iced tea spoon Ingredients 1x2x3x▢ 5 oz Lemon Lime Soda▢ 1 oz Vodka▢ ½ oz Grenadine Sirup▢ ice InstructionsPlace ice in your 8-12 ounce glass. Add 5 ounces of lemon lime soda, 1 ounce of vodka, and half an ounce of Grenadine over the ice. Use a stir stick to stir the ingredients together. Enjoy. NotesMake it a double by adding 2 ounces of vodka. Add more Grenadine for a darker red drink. Quadruple the recipe to put in a pitcher. Add sliced fruit for a fun summer drink. NutritionCalories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 6mg | Sugar: 21g | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg Did you create this? Share it on Instagram and follow us on Pinterest for more cleverly simply recipes. Email Recipe Pin Recipe Share Recipe PinShareTweet
Dana says June 1, 2022 This is such a delicious and refreshing drink! Can’t wait to have the girls over and wow them with this one! Reply
Janie says June 1, 2022 Im making these drinks for girls night out! Im hoping gingerale will do cause that’s all I have! Reply
Anjali says June 1, 2022 Love this adult version of a shirley temple!! It was so refreshing and tasty – perfect for summer! Reply
Caitlin says June 2, 2022 So good! Tastes just like I remember but even better with a little vodka! Reply
Tara says June 2, 2022 Oh yum! Such a fun cocktail! I love all those refreshing flavors and how easily it comes together. Reply
Jeanine says June 2, 2022 This cocktail is perfect for my next summer get-together. Thanks for a delicious recipe! Reply
Glenda says June 2, 2022 Still sweet and yummy, but with a kick! It’s good to be a grown-up. 🙂 Thanks for sharing the recipe! Reply