Mommy Juice

Who's ready for a fun and easy summer cocktail? If you said yes, then Mommy Juice is the answer! Inspired by the book Bad Vibes Only, this sangria style cocktail was brought about by a chapter in the book entitled Competitive Parenting Association. In this chapter the author jokingly discusses the different types of parents/parenting styles. One of those groups is the moms who enjoy their wine time, referring to their wine as mommy juice. Hence the idea was born for this cocktail! It has a wine base mixed with cranberry juice and lemon lime soda for an easy, refreshing summer treat. When making this any red wine will do, so choose your favorite. I used a zinfandel but Susan used the homemade red wine that her neighbors gave her. The sky is the limit so just use whatever you have on hand. The recipe is for a single glass but you could definitely make this in larger pitcher quantities.

Susan and I both really enjoyed this one and have both made it again. In fact, I'm having another as I write this post. We both thought that it was very sangria like but much easier to make. Even if you aren't much of a red wine drinker (like my husband) you will like the mix. Susan thought that the addition of the juice and soda smoothed out the red wine for her. Give it a try and let us know what you think. Until next time have a drink, read a book and be happy!

Jen

Susan

Recipe

Red Wine

Cranberry Juice

Lemon Lime Soda (Sprite or 7up)

Add some ice to your favorite wine glass. Fill half full with your favorite red wine. Fill half of the remaining space with cranberry juice and then top with lemon lime soda. Stir and enjoy!