Refreshing Cotton Candy Lemonade Sparkler
A playful and easy summer drink combining sparkling lemonade with a puff of cotton candy for a whimsical, sweet, and fizzy refreshment.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) sparkling lemonade
- 1 small puff (15–20 grams) cotton candy (pink, blue, grape, or watermelon flavor)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnish: lemon slices or fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Chill your glass in the fridge or freezer for about 10 minutes.
- Squeeze 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of fresh lemon juice into a small bowl or directly into the glass.
- Fill the chilled glass about halfway with ice cubes.
- Slowly pour 1 cup (240 ml) of sparkling lemonade over the ice and lemon juice.
- Gently place one puff of cotton candy on top of the glass and let it dissolve naturally without stirring.
- Optionally, add a slice of lemon on the rim or a sprig of fresh mint for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy with a straw or spoon.
Notes
Add cotton candy right before serving to keep the fizz lively and enjoy the visual effect. Use chilled sparkling lemonade for best results. Avoid stirring immediately to preserve fizz and swirls. For a slower dissolve, use denser or larger cotton candy puffs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1 cup
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 27.5
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 32.5
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