Introduction

The Cotton Candy Mocktail is a fun and fizzy party drink that delights both kids and adults. With its sweet cotton candy infusion and refreshing lemon-lime soda, it’s as playful to make as it is to drink.

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Ingredients

1 lime wedge (for rim, optional)
¼ cup sprinkles or decorating sugar (for rim, optional)
3 oz cotton candy (per 16 oz glass)
12 oz lemon-lime soda
3 oz extra cotton candy (for garnish, not touching drink)
Maraschino cherry (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Decorate the rim: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass. Dip the rim into sprinkles or decorating sugar to coat it evenly.
Add cotton candy: Place 3 oz of cotton candy at the bottom of each 16 oz glass, making sure to avoid touching the rim.
Pour soda: Slowly pour 12 oz of lemon-lime soda over the cotton candy. Watch as it dissolves, creating a fizzy, sweet base.
Garnish: Carefully place extra cotton candy on top of the glass—avoid letting it touch the liquid. Add a maraschino cherry or a straw if you like.

Tips & Variations

Use flavored cotton candy like raspberry or blueberry for a unique twist.
If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the amount of cotton candy or use a diet lemon-lime soda.
For a more festive rim, mix colored sugar with edible glitter instead of plain sprinkles.

Storage

This mocktail is best enjoyed immediately as the cotton candy dissolves quickly and the soda can lose fizz. If needed, prepare components ahead but assemble just before serving. Leftover soda can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, but do not store assembled drinks.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other sodas instead of lemon-lime soda?

Yes, you can experiment with other clear sodas like club soda or ginger ale, but lemon-lime soda provides the perfect balance of sweetness and citrus flavor.

How do I keep the cotton candy from melting too fast?

To slow melting, add the cotton candy just before serving and avoid stirring the drink. Placing garnish cotton candy above the glass without contacting liquid keeps it fluffy longer.

Cotton Candy Mocktail – The Fizzy, Sweet Party Drink Everyone Loves Recipe

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This Cotton Candy Mocktail is a fun, fizzy, and sweet party drink that’s sure to delight guests of all ages. Featuring a sparkling lemon-lime soda base and vibrant cotton candy that dissolves for a burst of sugary sweetness, this mocktail is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for celebrations or casual refreshment, it also includes an optional sprinkle-coated rim and charming garnishes to elevate the presentation.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 serving (16 oz glass) 1x
Category: Beverages
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

For the Rim (optional):

1 lime wedge
¼ cup sprinkles or decorating sugar

Drink:

3 oz cotton candy (per 16 oz glass)
12 oz lemon-lime soda

Garnishes:

3 oz extra cotton candy (to top, not touching drink)
Maraschino cherry (optional)

Instructions

Decorate the Rim: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass to moisten it. Then, dip the rim into sprinkles or decorating sugar to create a colorful, festive coating that adds texture and sweetness.
Add Cotton Candy: Place 3 ounces of cotton candy carefully at the bottom of each 16-ounce glass, making sure to avoid contact with the rim so the sparkle remains intact.
Pour Soda: Slowly pour 12 ounces of lemon-lime soda over the cotton candy. Watch as the cotton candy dissolves into the soda, creating a fizzy, sweet infusion that forms the base of your mocktail.
Garnish: Carefully place extra cotton candy on top of the glass without letting it touch the liquid. Add a maraschino cherry or a straw, if desired, to finish and enhance the drink’s visual appeal.

Notes

Be sure to pour the soda slowly to prevent excessive fizzing that can cause spills.
The cotton candy on top is purely decorative and should not touch the liquid to prevent it from melting prematurely.
This mocktail can be easily scaled up for parties by preparing multiple glasses ahead of time.
Use fresh cotton candy for best texture and flavor.
To keep the rim sprinkles fresh, decorate just before serving.

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