Pink Champagne Mocktail Cotton Candy (Printable)
Sparkling pink champagne drink with a whimsical cotton candy topper, ideal for festive moments.
# What You'll Need:
→ Mocktail Base
01 - 2 cups sparkling white grape juice, chilled
02 - 1 cup sparkling raspberry or strawberry soda, chilled
03 - 1/2 cup cranberry juice, chilled
04 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
→ Garnish
05 - 4 small handfuls pink cotton candy
06 - Fresh raspberries or strawberries
→ Decoration
07 - Edible glitter or gold sugar for glass rims
# How-To Steps:
01 - If desired, rim each champagne flute or glass with lemon juice and dip in edible glitter or gold sugar for a festive presentation.
02 - In a large pitcher, combine sparkling white grape juice, sparkling raspberry or strawberry soda, cranberry juice, and lemon juice. Stir gently to mix while preserving carbonation.
03 - Fill each champagne flute or cocktail glass about three-quarters full with the mocktail mixture.
04 - Just before serving, place a small tuft of pink cotton candy on top of each glass. The cotton candy will dissolve when the drink is poured over it or as the drink is sipped, adding sweetness and a dramatic effect.
05 - Garnish with fresh raspberries or strawberries, if desired. Serve immediately while the cotton candy creates its signature fizzing effect.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The cotton candy dissolving effect creates an instant conversation starter that delights guests of all ages
- These mocktails let everyone participate in the toast while feeling genuinely included and celebrated
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- The cotton candy must be added literally seconds before serving or it will completely dissolve before anyone sees the magic
- Keep all ingredients absolutely freezing cold because room temperature mocktails lose that celebratory sparkle
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- Pour slowly down the side of the glass to maintain maximum fizz and bubble life
- Buy cotton candy in tubs rather than bags to keep it fluffy and easy to portion