The Ultimate Guide to Non-Alcoholic Cocktails & Mocktails

The world of beverages is undergoing a quiet revolution. Gone are the days when “not drinking” meant a boring glass of soda or water.

Today, the non-alcoholic drink scene is vibrant, creative, and booming.

From sophisticated bars dedicated to zero-proof creations to a growing aisle of non-alcoholic spirits in your local store, the mocktail has officially arrived.

This guide is your passport to this exciting new world.

Whether you’re sober curious, a designated driver, or simply looking for a delicious and refreshing alternative, we’ve compiled a massive list of non-alcoholic cocktail recipes.

The Rise of the Mocktail

The non-alcoholic beverage business is booming. According to Food Network, mocktail mentions on menus are up 37.4% since 2019, with a 9.6% jump last year alone. This isn’t just a fleeting trend - it’s a cultural shift.

The benefits of reducing alcohol consumption are well-documented, from improved sleep and mental clarity to better long-term health. But the rise of the mocktail is about more than just health. It’s about inclusivity, creativity, and the simple joy of a well-crafted beverage. As BBC Good Food notes, the lure of saving money, trimming the waist, and skipping hangovers is a potent one.

This shift is particularly noticeable among younger generations. Gen Z consumes 20% less alcohol than millennials and is actively seeking out functional beverages with added benefits like nootropics, hemp infusions, or adaptogens.

Essential Tools and Ingredients

Creating delicious mocktails at home is easier than you think. You don’t need a professional setup, but a few key tools and ingredients will elevate your creations.

Essential Tools:

• Cocktail Shaker - For chilling and mixing ingredients
• Muddler - To crush fruits, herbs, and spices to release their flavors
• Jigger or Measuring Spoons - For accurate measurements
• Strainer - To remove ice and solids from your shaken or stirred drinks
• Citrus Juicer - Fresh juice is always best
• Good Glasses - The right glass can make a drink feel extra special

Essential Ingredients:

• Fresh Fruits and Herbs - Limes, lemons, oranges, berries, mint, basil, and rosemary are great staples
• Syrups and Sweeteners - Simple syrup, agave nectar, honey, and maple syrup
• Sparkling Water and Sodas - Club soda, tonic water, ginger ale, and flavored seltzers add fizz and flavor
• Non-Alcoholic Spirits - The market for non-alcoholic gin, whiskey, tequila, and aperitifs is exploding
• Bitters - A dash of bitters can add surprising flavor and complexity

Now, let’s get to the main event: the recipes!

The Ultimate Mocktail Recipe Collection

Here is a comprehensive list of non-alcoholic cocktail recipes, perfect for any occasion.

Classic Mocktails

1. Virgin Mojito

A refreshing mix of lime and mint.

Ingredients:

• 10 large mint leaves
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp honey simple syrup
• 10 oz sparkling water
• Ice
• Lime slices for garnish

Instructions:

1. Place mint leaves and lime juice in a glass and muddle them together for 1 minute.
2. Add the honey simple syrup.
3. Add the sparkling water.
4. Garnish with lime slices and a sprig of mint.

2. Non-Alcoholic Margarita

All the fun of a margarita, without the tequila.

Ingredients:

• 5 cups limeade
• 1/2 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 tsp coarse sea salt
• 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
• Lime wedges for garnish
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Combine limeade, orange juice, and lime juice in a pitcher. Add salt and stir until dissolved.
2. Top with sparkling water or club soda and add ice.
3. Serve in salt-rimmed glasses with a lime wedge.

3. Negroni Mocktail

A sophisticated and complex mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz non-alcoholic gin
• 1 oz non-alcoholic sweet vermouth
• 1 oz non-alcoholic Campari
• Orange peel for garnish

Instructions:

1. Stir all ingredients with ice in a mixing glass.
2. Strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube.
3. Garnish with an orange peel.

Fruity & Refreshing Mocktails

4. Strawberry Agua Fresca

A simple and vibrant drink, perfect for summer.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled
• 4 cups cold water
• 1/4 cup sugar (or to taste)
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice

Instructions:

1. Blend strawberries with 2 cups of water until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
3. Add the remaining 2 cups of water, sugar, and lime juice. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Serve over ice.

5. Watermelon-Basil Sweet Tea

A seasonal twist on a Southern classic.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water
• 4 black tea bags
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil and pour over tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes, then remove tea bags.
2. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Let cool.
3. In a blender, combine watermelon and basil. Blend until smooth.
4. Strain the watermelon mixture into the tea. Stir to combine.
5. Serve over ice with fresh basil and watermelon for garnish.

6. Cherry Limeade

A homemade version of the fast-food favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup cherry juice
• 4 cups sparkling water
• Maraschino cherries and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, combine lime juice and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add cherry juice and sparkling water. Stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice with maraschino cherries and lime wedges.

7. Summer Cup

A fruity and refreshing punch.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed red berries (strawberries, raspberries, etc.)
• 1 liter lemonade
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cucumber, sliced

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients.
2. Stir gently and let sit for at least 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
3. Serve over ice.

8. Goji Berry & Raspberry Cooler

A tangy and sweet cooler with a healthy twist.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup dried goji berries
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 tbsp honey
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, combine goji berries, raspberries, ginger, and honey with 1 cup of water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
2. Let the mixture cool, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
3. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
4. Serve over ice.

9. Citrus Peach Cooler

A bright and refreshing cooler.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh grapefruit juice
• 1/4 cup fresh clementine juice
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine peaches, grapefruit juice, and clementine juice. Blend until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
3. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
4. Serve over ice.

10. Drivers’ Punch

A flavorful punch featuring blood oranges.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh blood orange juice
• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine all juices.
2. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice with blood orange slices for garnish.

11. Easy Iced Tea

A classic iced tea with a hint of citrus and mint.

Ingredients:

• 4 black tea bags
• 4 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 orange, sliced
• 1/2 lemon, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

Instructions:

1. Steep tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags.
2. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Let cool.
3. Add orange slices, lemon slices, and mint leaves.
4. Serve over ice.

12. Peach Iced Tea

A sweet and fruity variation of the classic.

Ingredients:

• 4 black tea bags
• 4 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced

Instructions:

1. Steep tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags.
2. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Let cool.
3. In a blender, combine peaches with 1 cup of the cooled tea. Blend until smooth.
4. Strain the peach mixture into the remaining tea. Stir to combine.
5. Serve over ice with fresh peach slices for garnish.

13. Golden Pineapple and Vanilla Iced Tea

A tropical and aromatic iced tea.

Ingredients:

• 4 black tea bags
• 4 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Steep tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags.
2. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Let cool.
3. Add pineapple juice and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
4. Serve over ice with a pineapple wedge for garnish.

14. Mint and Mango Iced Green Tea

An Asian-inspired blend of green tea, mint, and mango.

Ingredients:

• 4 green tea bags
• 4 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 ripe mango, pitted and cubed
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

Instructions:

1. Steep tea bags in boiling water for 3 minutes. Remove tea bags.
2. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Let cool.
3. In a blender, combine mango and mint with 1 cup of the cooled tea. Blend until smooth.
4. Strain the mango mixture into the remaining tea. Stir to combine.
5. Serve over ice with fresh mint and mango for garnish.

15. Ginger Beer

A zesty and spicy homemade ginger beer.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup grated fresh ginger
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, combine ginger, sugar, and 1 cup of water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
2. Let the mixture cool, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
3. Add lime juice and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir to combine.
4. To serve, fill a glass with ice, add 1/2 cup of the ginger syrup, and top with sparkling water.

16. Homemade Cordial

A versatile base for many mocktails.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fruit (elderflower, berries, etc.)
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups water

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine fruit, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
2. Let the mixture cool, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a sterilized bottle.
3. To serve, mix 1 part cordial with 4 parts sparkling water.

17. Alcohol-free Passion Fruit Martini

A tropical and tangy mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe passion fruits
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 2 oz non-alcoholic gin
• 2 oz pineapple juice

Instructions:

1. Scoop the pulp from the passion fruits into a cocktail shaker.
2. Add lime juice, simple syrup, non-alcoholic gin, and pineapple juice.
3. Shake well with ice and strain into a chilled coupe glass.

18. Pomegranate Mojito Mocktail

A fruity twist on the classic mojito.

Ingredients:

• 10 large mint leaves
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp simple syrup
• 2 oz pomegranate juice
• 8 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Place mint leaves and lime juice in a glass and muddle them together for 1 minute.
2. Add simple syrup and pomegranate juice.
3. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
4. Garnish with fresh mint and pomegranate seeds.

19. Diabolo Grenadine

A classic French mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz grenadine
• 8 oz lemonade

Instructions:

1. Pour grenadine into a tall glass.
2. Top with lemonade and stir to combine.

20. Non-alcoholic Tropical Fizz

A sparkling and fruity mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup mixed tropical fruit (kiwi, strawberries, pineapple)
• 4 oz tropical fruit juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Muddle the fruit in the bottom of a glass.
2. Add tropical fruit juice and sparkling water.
3. Stir to combine and serve over ice.

21. Apple, Elderflower & Mint Sparkle

A simple and elegant mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz apple juice
• 1 oz elderflower cordial
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a glass, muddle mint leaves with elderflower cordial.
2. Add apple juice and sparkling water.
3. Stir to combine and serve over ice.

22. Homemade Lemonade and Limeade

A refreshing and customizable classic.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh lemon or lime juice
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 cups water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, combine juice and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add water and stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

23. Lassi

An Indian yogurt-based drink.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup sugar (for sweet lassi)
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin (for savory lassi)

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve chilled.

24. Watermelon & Lychee Pitcher

A sophisticated and refreshing pitcher drink.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
• 1 cup canned lychees, drained
• 1 bottle non-alcoholic sparkling wine

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine watermelon and lychees. Blend until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
3. Top with non-alcoholic sparkling wine and stir to combine.
4. Serve over ice.

Winter Warmers

25. Pear and Rose Punch

A delicate and aromatic punch for a winter gathering.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups pear juice
• 2 cups apple juice
• 1/4 cup rosewater
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients.
2. Stir to combine and serve chilled or warm.

26. Virgin Piña Colada

A creamy and tropical mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup coconut cream
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 1/4 tsp rum extract

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients with 1 cup of ice. Blend until smooth.
2. Pour into a chilled glass and garnish with a pineapple wedge.

27. Faux Fizz

A sparkling and festive mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup pear nectar
• 1/4 cup apricot nectar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, combine pear nectar, apricot nectar, honey, lemon juice, and rosemary. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
2. Let the mixture cool, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a glass.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

28. Non-alcoholic G&T

A classic G&T without the alcohol.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz non-alcoholic gin
• 4 oz tonic water
• Lime wedge for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add non-alcoholic gin and top with tonic water.
3. Stir to combine and garnish with a lime wedge.

29. Non-alcoholic Mulled Wine

A warm and spicy drink for a cold winter night.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups pomegranate juice
• 2 cups apple cider
• 1 orange, sliced
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 4 whole cloves
• 2 star anise

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine all ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cook for at least 30 minutes.
2. Serve warm in mugs.

30. Clementine Mock Mojito

A seasonal twist on the classic mojito.

Ingredients:

• 10 large mint leaves
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp simple syrup
• 2 oz clementine juice
• 8 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Place mint leaves and lime juice in a glass and muddle them together for 1 minute.
2. Add simple syrup and clementine juice.
3. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
4. Garnish with fresh mint and a clementine slice.

31. Pineapple & Ginger Punch

A zesty and refreshing punch.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients.
2. Stir to combine and let sit for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.
3. Serve over ice.

32. Cranberry Spritz

A light and refreshing spritz.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz cranberry juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1/4 oz fresh lime juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add cranberry juice, simple syrup, and lime juice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

33. Non-alcoholic Irish Cream Liqueur

A creamy and decadent mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup espresso, cooled
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp almond extract

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve chilled or over ice.

34. Frozen Blackberry Smoothie

A sweet and sharp smoothie.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen blackberries
• 1/2 banana
• 1/4 cup pomegranate juice
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve immediately.

35. Sage Sour

A sophisticated and elegant mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz non-alcoholic gin
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1 egg white
• Fresh sage leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine non-alcoholic gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white. Shake vigorously without ice (a “dry shake”).
2. Add ice and shake again until well-chilled.
3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a fresh sage leaf.

36. Apple & Rhubarb Cooler

A fruity and tangy cooler.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz apple juice
• 1 oz rhubarb syrup
• 1/4 oz apple cider vinegar
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add apple juice, rhubarb syrup, and apple cider vinegar.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

37. Passionfruit & Elderflower Spritz

A floral and tangy spritz.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz passionfruit juice
• 1 oz elderflower cordial
• 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add passionfruit juice, elderflower cordial, and lemon juice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

Other Creative Mocktails

38. Sidecar Mocktail

A classic cocktail with a non-alcoholic twist.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz non-alcoholic brandy
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz orange simple syrup

Instructions:

1. Shake all ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into a chilled coupe glass with a sugar rim.

39. Fruity Mocktail

A colorful and fun mocktail for all ages.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz grenadine
• 4 oz orange juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Pour grenadine into a tall glass.
2. Slowly pour in orange juice, then top with sparkling water to create a layered effect.

40. New York Sour Mocktail

A beautiful and complex mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz non-alcoholic whiskey
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1/2 oz pomegranate juice

Instructions:

1. Shake non-alcoholic whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube.
3. Gently pour pomegranate juice over the back of a spoon to create a float on top.

41. Whiskey Sour Mocktail

A classic sour with a non-alcoholic twist.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz non-alcoholic whiskey
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1 egg white

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine non-alcoholic whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white. Shake vigorously without ice (a “dry shake”).
2. Add ice and shake again until well-chilled.
3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

42. Tropical Mocktail

A taste of the tropics in a glass.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz orange juice
• 1 oz coconut cream
• 1/2 oz lime juice

Instructions:

1. Shake all ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a pineapple wedge.

43. Blue Hawaii Mocktail

A vibrant and fun mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz blue curaçao syrup
• 1 oz coconut cream
• 1/2 oz lime juice

Instructions:

1. Shake all ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a pineapple wedge and a cherry.

44. Coconut Water Mocktail

A simple and hydrating mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz coconut water
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup

Instructions:

1. Shake all ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a lime wedge.

45. Valentine’s Day Mocktail

A romantic and festive mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz cranberry juice
• 1 oz rose syrup
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add cranberry juice, rose syrup, and lime juice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

46. Easy Holiday Mocktail

A festive and easy mocktail for the holidays.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz cranberry juice
• 1 oz orange juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 4 oz ginger ale

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add cranberry juice, orange juice, and simple syrup.
3. Top with ginger ale and stir to combine.

47. White Sangria Mocktail

A refreshing and fruity sangria without the alcohol.

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle non-alcoholic white wine
• 1 cup mixed fruit (oranges, lemons, limes, peaches)
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup simple syrup

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients.
2. Stir to combine and let sit for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.
3. Serve over ice.

48. Rosemary Mocktails with Orange

An herbaceous and citrusy mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz orange juice
• 1 oz rosemary simple syrup
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add orange juice, rosemary simple syrup, and lime juice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

49. Elderflower Mojito Mocktail

A floral twist on the classic mojito.

Ingredients:

• 10 large mint leaves
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 oz elderflower cordial
• 8 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Place mint leaves and lime juice in a glass and muddle them together for 1 minute.
2. Add elderflower cordial.
3. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
4. Garnish with fresh mint and a lime wedge.

50. Cucumber Spritz Mocktail

A cool and refreshing spritz.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of cucumber
• 1 oz simple syrup
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a glass, muddle cucumber slices with simple syrup and lime juice.
2. Add ice and top with sparkling water.
3. Stir to combine and garnish with a cucumber ribbon.

51. Hibiscus Rose Mocktail

A floral and tart mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz hibiscus tea, cooled
• 1 oz rose syrup
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add hibiscus tea, rose syrup, and lime juice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

52. Peach Mocktail

A sweet and fruity mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz peach nectar
• 1 oz simple syrup
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add peach nectar, simple syrup, and lime juice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

53. Non-Alcoholic Limoncello Spritz Mocktail

A citrusy and refreshing spritz.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz non-alcoholic limoncello
• 4 oz sparkling water
• Lemon slice for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add non-alcoholic limoncello and top with sparkling water.
3. Stir to combine and garnish with a lemon slice.

54. Roy Rogers Drink

A simple and classic mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 6 oz cola
• 1/2 oz grenadine
• Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Pour in cola and grenadine.
3. Stir to combine and garnish with a maraschino cherry.

55. Frozen Strawberry Lemonade

A refreshing and frosty treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/2 cup lemonade
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve immediately.

56. Tennessee Fruit Tea

A tropical twist on a Southern classic.

Ingredients:

• 4 black tea bags
• 4 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup lime juice

Instructions:

1. Steep tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags.
2. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Let cool.
3. Add pineapple juice and lime juice. Stir to combine.
4. Serve over ice.

57. Basil-Blueberry Limeade

An herbaceous and fruity limeade.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, muddle basil leaves and blueberries with lime juice and sugar.
2. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

58. Shirley Temple

The original mocktail, a sweet and fizzy treat.

Ingredients:

• 6 oz ginger ale
• 1/2 oz grenadine
• Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Pour in ginger ale and grenadine.
3. Stir to combine and garnish with a maraschino cherry.

59. Arnold Palmer

A simple and refreshing mix of iced tea and lemonade.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz iced tea
• 4 oz lemonade

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Pour in iced tea and lemonade.
3. Stir to combine.

60. Virgin Mary

A savory and spicy mocktail, perfect for brunch.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz tomato juice
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 dashes hot sauce
• Celery salt and black pepper to taste
• Celery stalk and lemon wedge for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add all ingredients and stir to combine.
3. Garnish with a celery stalk and a lemon wedge.

61. Mock Champagne

A festive and bubbly mocktail for celebrations.

Ingredients:

• 2 parts ginger ale, chilled
• 1 part white grape juice, chilled

Instructions:

1. In a champagne flute, combine ginger ale and white grape juice.
2. Stir gently to combine.

62. Cinderella

A fruity and tropical mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz orange juice
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 2 oz lemon-lime soda
• 1/2 oz grenadine

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add all ingredients and stir to combine.

63. Gunner

A classic British mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz ginger beer
• 4 oz ginger ale
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add all ingredients and stir to combine.

64. Safe Sex on the Beach

A non-alcoholic version of the popular cocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz cranberry juice
• 2 oz grapefruit juice
• 2 oz peach nectar

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add all ingredients and stir to combine.

65. Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri

A frosty and fruity treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/2 cup limeade
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve immediately.

66. Virgin Chi Chi

A creamy and tropical mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 2 oz coconut cream
• 1/2 oz simple syrup

Instructions:

1. Shake all ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into a chilled glass.

67. Orange-Cranberry Spritzer

A festive and bubbly spritzer.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz orange juice
• 4 oz cranberry juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add all ingredients and stir to combine.

68. Grapefruit and Rosemary Sparkler

An herbaceous and citrusy sparkler.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz grapefruit juice
• 1 oz rosemary simple syrup
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add all ingredients and stir to combine.

69. Blackberry and Sage Soda

A fruity and herbaceous soda.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup blackberries
• 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, muddle blackberries and sage leaves with sugar.
2. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

70. Raspberry and Thyme Smash

A fruity and herbaceous smash.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup raspberries
• 1/4 cup fresh thyme sprigs
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, muddle raspberries and thyme sprigs with sugar.
2. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

71. Peach and Ginger Switchel

A tangy and spicy switchel.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup grated fresh ginger
• 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
• 4 cups water

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
3. Serve over ice.

72. Watermelon and Mint Cooler

A refreshing and cooling drink.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 cup lime juice

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve over ice.

73. Cucumber and Lime Refresher

A cool and crisp refresher.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, muddle cucumber slices with lime juice and simple syrup.
2. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

74. Pineapple and Coconut Mocktail

A tropical and creamy mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz pineapple juice
• 2 oz coconut cream
• 1/2 oz lime juice

Instructions:

1. Shake all ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into a chilled glass.

75. Mango and Cardamom Lassi

A fragrant and fruity lassi.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango, pitted and cubed
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve chilled.

76. Rose and Cardamom Lemonade

A floral and fragrant lemonade.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 cups water
• 1/4 cup rosewater
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, combine lemon juice and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add water, rosewater, and cardamom. Stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

77. Lavender and Honey Iced Tea

A calming and aromatic iced tea.

Ingredients:

• 4 black tea bags
• 4 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup dried lavender

Instructions:

1. Steep tea bags and lavender in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and strain out lavender.
2. Stir in honey until dissolved. Let cool.
3. Serve over ice.

78. Chamomile and Ginger Hot Toddy

A soothing and warming hot toddy.

Ingredients:

• 1 chamomile tea bag
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 oz honey
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• 1/4 inch slice of fresh ginger

Instructions:

1. Steep chamomile tea bag and ginger slice in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bag and ginger.
2. Stir in honey and lemon juice.
3. Serve warm.

79. Spiced Apple Cider

A warm and comforting spiced cider.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups apple cider
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 4 whole cloves
• 2 star anise

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine all ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cook for at least 30 minutes.
2. Serve warm in mugs.

80. Pomegranate and Rosemary Sparkler

A festive and herbaceous sparkler.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz pomegranate juice
• 1 oz rosemary simple syrup
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add pomegranate juice and rosemary simple syrup.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

81. Blood Orange and Thyme Soda

A beautiful and fragrant soda.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup blood orange juice
• 1/4 cup fresh thyme sprigs
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, muddle thyme sprigs with sugar.
2. Add blood orange juice and sparkling water. Stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

82. Grapefruit and Honey Spritzer

A simple and refreshing spritzer.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz grapefruit juice
• 1/2 oz honey
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add grapefruit juice and honey. Stir until honey is dissolved.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

83. Lemon and Lavender Fizz

A floral and fizzy drink.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz lemonade
• 1/2 oz lavender simple syrup
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add lemonade and lavender simple syrup.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

84. Strawberry and Basil Smash

A fruity and herbaceous smash.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup strawberries
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 cups sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, muddle strawberries and basil leaves with sugar.
2. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

85. Raspberry and Rose Fizz

A floral and fruity fizz.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz raspberry puree
• 1/2 oz rosewater
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add raspberry puree and rosewater.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

86. Peach and Thyme Iced Tea

An herbaceous and fruity iced tea.

Ingredients:

• 4 black tea bags
• 4 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh thyme sprigs

Instructions:

1. Steep tea bags and thyme sprigs in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and thyme.
2. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Let cool.
3. In a blender, combine peaches with 1 cup of the cooled tea. Blend until smooth.
4. Strain the peach mixture into the remaining tea. Stir to combine.
5. Serve over ice with fresh peach slices and thyme for garnish.

87. Pineapple and Jalapeño Margarita

A spicy and tropical margarita.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1/2 oz agave nectar
• 1-2 slices of fresh jalapeño

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle jalapeño slices with lime juice and agave nectar.
2. Add pineapple juice and shake with ice.
3. Strain into a salt-rimmed glass with fresh ice.

88. Spicy Mango Lassi

A spicy and fruity lassi.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango, pitted and cubed
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• Pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve chilled.

89. Turmeric and Ginger Tonic

A healthy and spicy tonic.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 cup grated fresh turmeric
• 1/2 cup honey
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, combine ginger, turmeric, honey, and 1 cup of water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
2. Let the mixture cool, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
3. Add lemon juice and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir to combine.
4. Serve over ice.

90. Beet and Ginger Juice

A vibrant and earthy juice.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium beets, cooked and peeled
• 1/4 cup grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 cup apple juice
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Serve immediately.

91. Carrot and Orange Refresher

A bright and refreshing drink.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup carrot juice
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, combine all ingredients.
2. Stir to combine and serve over ice.

92. Green Juice

A healthy and vibrant green juice.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup spinach
• 1/2 cucumber
• 1/2 green apple
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. In a juicer, process all ingredients.
2. Serve immediately.

93. Celery and Apple Soda

A crisp and refreshing soda.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup celery juice
• 1/2 cup apple juice
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add celery juice and apple juice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

94. Fennel and Grapefruit Cooler

Anise and citrus flavors combine in this unique cooler.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup fennel fronds
• 1/2 cup grapefruit juice
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, muddle fennel fronds with simple syrup.
2. Add grapefruit juice and sparkling water. Stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

95. Pear and Cardamom Shrub

A tangy and spiced shrub.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe pears, pitted and sliced
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom

Instructions:

1. In a jar, combine pears and sugar. Let sit for 24 hours.
2. Add apple cider vinegar and cardamom. Shake to combine.
3. Let sit for another 24 hours, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
4. To serve, mix 1 part shrub with 4 parts sparkling water.

96. Strawberry and Balsamic Soda

A sweet and tangy soda.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup strawberries
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, muddle strawberries with simple syrup and balsamic vinegar.
2. Add sparkling water and stir to combine.
3. Serve over ice.

97. Blueberry and Lavender Lemonade

A floral and fruity lemonade.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 cup blueberries
• 1/4 cup dried lavender

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, combine lemon juice and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add water, blueberries, and lavender. Stir to combine.
3. Let sit for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.
4. Serve over ice.

98. Cherry and Almond Fizz

A nutty and fruity fizz.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz cherry juice
• 1/2 oz almond syrup
• 4 oz sparkling water

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add cherry juice and almond syrup.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.

99. Apple and Cinnamon Shrub

A warm and spicy shrub.

Ingredients:

• 2 apples, cored and sliced
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 cinnamon sticks

Instructions:

1. In a jar, combine apples and sugar. Let sit for 24 hours.
2. Add apple cider vinegar and cinnamon sticks. Shake to combine.
3. Let sit for another 24 hours, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
4. To serve, mix 1 part shrub with 4 parts sparkling water.

100. Cranberry and Orange Shrub

A festive and tangy shrub.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cranberries
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 orange, sliced

Instructions:

1. In a jar, combine cranberries and sugar. Let sit for 24 hours.
2. Add apple cider vinegar and orange slices. Shake to combine.
3. Let sit for another 24 hours, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
4. To serve, mix 1 part shrub with 4 parts sparkling water.

101. Grapefruit and Ginger Shrub

A zesty and spicy shrub.

Ingredients:

• 1 grapefruit, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup grated fresh ginger

Instructions:

1. In a jar, combine grapefruit and sugar. Let sit for 24 hours.
2. Add apple cider vinegar and ginger. Shake to combine.
3. Let sit for another 24 hours, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
4. To serve, mix 1 part shrub with 4 parts sparkling water.

Conclusion

You now have 101 reasons to skip the alcohol and try something new. Whether it’s a classic Virgin Mojito on a hot afternoon or a warming spiced cider on a cold night, these drinks prove that going alcohol-free doesn’t mean going flavor-free.

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References

• Food Network - 34 Mocktails You’ll Want To Mix Up All the Time
• BBC Good Food - Top 32 non-alcoholic drinks ideas
• Southern Living - 33 Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Drinks For Everyone To Enjoy
• Sustainable Cooks - Virgin Mojito Recipe
• Mindful Mocktail - Easy Mocktail Recipes

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