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If you’re looking for an easy, refreshing drink that everyone can enjoy, this classic Roy Rogers Drink recipe is always a hit. Made with just three simple ingredients, this non-alcoholic mocktail is sweet, bubbly, and perfect for everything from backyard BBQs to birthday parties.
“This drink brings back so many childhood memories! And it’s so easy to make!”
-Becky
What Is a Roy Rogers Drink?
A Roy Rogers is an easy recipe that is named after a famous actor from western films. It’s a simple soft drink mocktail, (non-alcoholic drink) made with soda and grenadine, served in a highball glass over ice, and topped with cherries as a garnish.
Why You’ll Love It
- It’s simple to make: You just need 3 ingredients.
- Great for Parties: The Roy Rogers is a perfect addition to your drink station for holidays, BBQ’s and more!
- Perfect for All Ages: Since it’s non-alcoholic, both kids and adults can enjoy drink.
- Customizable: You can easily adjust the sweetness by adding more or less grenadine, or use cherry coke, with a splash of Sprite or lime juice for a tangy twist.
If you’re planning a party, be sure to check out my Shirley Temple Drink, these no bake Cherry Bombs, Patriotic Pretzels, Red, White and Blue Jell-o Shots, and Patriotic Chocolate Covered Strawberries for even more fun recipes everyone will love.
Table of Contents
Ingredients You Will Need
- Cola: Your favorite brand will work perfectly. I use Coca-Cola or Pepsi.
- Grenadine: This pomegranate syrup adds sweetness and adds a nice touch of color to the drink. You can find it in the cocktail aisle at most stores.
- Maraschino Cherries: These vibrant cherries are the perfect garnish. They add a pop with their bright red color!
Variations
- Make it a Float: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a Roy Rogers float.
- Zesty Twist: Squeeze a wedge of lime into the drink for a refreshing citrus twist.
- Keep the Pomegranate Flavor: If you don’t have Grenadine syrup, use pomegranate juice to keep the flavor of the drink.
- Make a Shirley Temple: Swap out cola for ginger ale and you have another easy mocktail! For exact measurements and directions, check out this Shirley Temple recipe.
How to Make a Roy Rogers Drink
- Start by adding ice cubes to a tall glass, filling it about three-quarters full. Add your cola of choice over the ice.
- Pour the grenadine over the cola, letting the syrup settle at the bottom.
- Use a long spoon or straw to gently stir the drink, blending the grenadine with the cola.
- Top your drink with a maraschino cherry or two.
Tips
- Add it to a Drink Station: If you’re hosting a party or gathering, set up a DIY Roy Rogers drink station. Simply provide different types of cola, grenadine, ice, maraschino cherries, and fun glasses.
- Make it a Roy Rogers Cocktail: Add in a shot of liquor, with rum, whiskey, or bourbon, to make it a simple cocktail.
FAQ’S
Grenadine is a sweet syrup made from pomegranate juice. It’s a common addition to cocktails and mocktails to add color and sweetness. You can find it at most grocery stores with the mixers.
Because the drink uses cola, it’s best to make it right before serving or the drink may lose it’s fizziness. It’s pretty fast to make, so it shouldn’t take too much time to prepare. If you are making a large amount to serve, you can mix the cola and grenadine in a serving pitcher, and then pour into glasses filled with ice cubes.
If you don’t have grenadine, you can try other fruit juices or flavored syrups. The cherry syrup from the cherry jar works perfectly and keeps the traditional red color.
The Roy Rogers is fairly sweet. Cola and grenadine are both sweet drinks, so combine them, and you have a sweet drink. If you want a less sweet drink, use less grenadine.
Substitute diet cola and use a sugar-free grenadine or fruit juice to control the sugar flavor and content of the drink.
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Roy Rogers Drink
Equipment
- Highball Glass
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cola
- 1 tablespoon Grenadine Syrup
Garnish: Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Fill a high ball glass with ice, then pour cola over ice.
- Add the Grenadine syrup to the cola and stir together.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I like me some Coke and this just made it more enjoyable.