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Devil Dog (US Marines Mocktail)
A bold, deep scarlet cranberry and pomegranate mocktail with a gold rim and rosemary garnish — fierce, proud, and Semper Fidelis. Honoring the US Marines.
Recipe guidanceClear ingredients, preparation steps, serving yield, and optional swaps for home mixing.
Prep time
8 min
Total time
8 min
Serves
1
Difficulty
Easy
Bright & refreshing
A balanced alcohol-free drink built around real citrus and fruit flavor.
Simple ingredients
Easy-to-find ingredients and an approachable home-bar method.
Perfect for occasions
Made for an everyday treat, dinner party, or celebratory pour.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving. Ingredient quantities update with the selected batch size.
- 3 oz cranberry juice (100% juice)
- 1.5 oz pomegranate juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz sparkling water
- Gold sugar crystals mixed with edible gold luster dust, for rim
- Ice cubes
- Rosemary sprig and gold eagle cocktail pick, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Prepare the glass
Mix gold sugar crystals and a pinch of edible gold luster dust on a small plate.
- 2
Build the drink
Wet the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge, then dip in the gold sugar mixture.
- 3
Add the finishing touch
Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- 4
Garnish & serve
In a shaker with ice, combine cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake for 10 seconds.
- 5
Garnish & serve
Strain into the prepared glass over the ice.
- 6
Garnish & serve
Top with sparkling water and stir gently once.
- 7
Garnish & serve
Garnish with a rosemary sprig standing upright and a gold eagle cocktail pick.
Recipe Tips
- Use 100% cranberry juice — not cranberry cocktail. The real stuff gives the deep scarlet color.
- The gold rim is the signature touch — don't skip it.
- For a spicier version, add a thin slice of fresh jalapeño to the shaker.
Make It Your Own
For a crowd: Batch the base in a neutral pitcher and let guests choose branch-color garnishes or citrus finishes at the table.
Easy swaps: Use seasonal fruit in the same color family if a particular garnish is hard to find. Use sparkling water in place of sweet soda for a drier, lighter toast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these recipes appropriate for family events?
Yes. They are designed as alcohol-free drinks for guests of all ages, with adult supervision for any specialty garnish.
Can I personalize the presentation?
Yes. A branch-color straw, fruit garnish, or printed place card can make the tribute feel personal.
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