"Let’s face it: we’ve known all along that there are benefits to cutting back or cutting out our alcohol consumption. Alcohol can affect our sleeping habits, our mood, our motivation, and pretty much everything in our lives if not used in moderation. At a time when ‘sober-curiosity’ seems to be everywhere we look, you may be starting to wonder how it might feel to forgo a cocktail at dinner, an event, or even on a weeknight at home.
But trust us, we know it can be difficult to not join in when everyone around is you is enjoying a drink in a social setting (it’s a classic case of FOMO). And, sometimes, there’s an assumption that you aren’t drinking because you’re pregnant or trying to conceive. No matter the reason (it’s really no one’s business anyway), there’s still an easy way you can join in on the fun: drinking one of the best mocktail recipes around. These cocktails sans alcohol are a great alternative, no matter what your usual go-to drink is. Whether you’re pregnant, sober-curious, or simply looking to try something new, find new favorite mocktail recipes from the list below!
1. Easy Lemon Granita
When life gives you lemons… turn them into a sunny and happy mocktail. This trio of lemonade, pineapple, and fresh mint leaves is a pleasure to sip on.
2. Pink Drink
Pretty in pink! Celebrate strawberries by creating this lovely and memorable mocktail, which is a blend of fresh fruit, hibiscus, OJ, and coconut milk.
3. Rose Lemon Spritzer
This may end up being your spring/summer go-to mocktail! It doesn’t get much more refreshing than fresh lemon, floral rose, and sweet honey all mixed together.
4. Watermelon Slushies
When you just can’t get enough watermelon, this slushie mocktail will spoil you by packing in loads of this fresh and juiciest of melons.
5. Creamy Blood Orange Mocktail
This fizzy, creamy drink is everything you could want in a mocktail. Refreshing juices like lime, blood orange, and coconut milk mixed with a splash of maple syrup and club soda make this the one of the best mocktail recipes of your dreams.
6. Sparkling Blueberry Ginger Mocktail
Besides its spectacular purple-blue color, this fantastic mocktail offers a generous dose of antioxidants and digestive support.
7. Mandarin Spritz
Elevate your typical OJ mocktail mix-in by opting for fresh squeezed mandarin juice instead. By adding a bit more fun and tang, it makes for an extra thirst-quenching libation.
8. Sparkling Hibiscus Mocktail
Berries aren’t the only source of antioxidant possibilities—hibiscus is treasured for having these free radical fighters too. Paired alongside blood orange, rose and honey, this sparkling hibiscus mocktail will quickly become your ruby red fave!
9. Cherry Bomb Mocktail
With less than a handful of ingredients, you’ll have the ultimate revitalizing mocktail that will no doubt put the cherry on top of your day!
10. Orange Moscow Mule Mocktail
Squeeze a couple of oranges, crack open a bottle of ginger beer, and you’re nearly on your way to a scrumptious spin on this popular cocktail—sans impending hangover!
11. Sparkling and Fruity Virgin Sangria
When you can’t decide what kind of fruity mocktail you’re in the mood for, why not add them all? Full of bright fruits and sparkling with fizzy water, it’s a clean and pure recipe. Even if you finish off the whole pitcher yourself, you won’t feel bad about it!
12. Blackberry Lemon Mocktail
The only thing that makes the best mocktail recipes even more delicious is when it’s easy to make. This ultra-refreshing recipe will be ready to drink in a matter of minutes.
13. Sparkling Apple Cider Mocktail
Just when we thought apple cider couldn’t get any more delicious, we found a recipe that makes it sparkling! While cider is great for around the holidays, this recipe with fresh lemon juice makes it’s a great option for all year round.
14. Pineapple Mocktail Margaritas
A margarita like you’ve never seen it before! The flavors in this pineapple mocktail margarita will ensure you’re not missing tequila for one second. This makes for a great addition to taco Tuesday or a summer night out on the patio.
15. Virgin Piña Coladas
“If you like piña coladas…” but could do without the effects of rum, this mocktail recipe is for you! You don’t have to hop on a flight to enjoy this sweet beach drink, you can make it in the comfort of your home and pretend you’re on island time.
16. Coconut Ginger Lime Mocktail
If you ask us, a summer mocktail should be two things: light and refreshing. This is exactly what you’re signing up for with this recipe.
17. Tart Cherry Juice Mocktail for Sleep
If you’re trying to wind down for the evening, this cherry mocktail’s a gem—tart cherries contain melatonin and tryptophan, both of which can help you get that better beauty rest. They also happen to taste really good, especially as they appear this recipe.
18. Zero-Proof Jalapeño Paloma
If spicy’s your thing, then you’re going to adore this peppy paloma that combines muddled jalapeños, grapefruit, and lime juices.
19. Sparkling Cran-Apple Mocktail
This is the perfect holiday drink to allow you to join in on the festivities without drinking alcoholic beverages. All of the best flavors of the season are wrapped in one and you won’t be able to get enough, guaranteed!
20. Easy Mocktail
This is, without a doubt, the easiest recipe on our list—and one you’re certainly going to love! With just three ingredients—orange juice, sparking water, and grapefruit juice—you’ll be sippin’ pretty in no time at all.
21. Pineapple Limeade
Indulge in your visions of paradise by whipping up this festive pineapple-forward mocktail. Its irresistible sweetness is nicely balanced out by the infusion of basil for a sipping experience you’ll never want to end!
22. Shirley Temple Drink
Good news: delicious Shirley Temples don’t have to just be for kids. The best part? The OG mocktail is even more delicious than you remember.
23. Sparkling Bellini
Your next event would simply be incomplete without a pitcher of this sweet drink. The peach flavor is perfect for summer so be sure to keep this recipe on hand for those warmer days ahead.
24. Orange Juice Mocktail
If you have a taste for tequila sunrises, let us introduce something even better. This recipe has all of the flavors you love without the alcohol. Brunch just got even better!
25. Cucumber Ginger Mocktail
This recipe quite literally is ‘cool as a cucumber.’ The refreshing cucumber mixes with the spiced ginger in a fantastic way for one of the best mocktail recipes. Sweetened with sugar and topped with soda water, you’ll have a hard time finding another mocktail quite like this.
26. Lavender Lemonade
Lemonade is always a great choice during the warm summer months, but you can do better than store bought. This recipe includes lavender flavor that you’ll want to be sipping on all year long.
27. Adrenal Support Signature Mocktail
Not only is this drink delicious, it also supports your adrenal glands that help regulate your heart rate, blood pressure, and other body functions. Alcohol could never!
28. Strawberry Basil Kombucha Mocktail
This recipe includes kombucha which is helpful for reducing inflammation and enhancing your immune system—something we can all use a little more of! The fermented beverage can often have a strong flavor, but it mixes in perfectly with the strawberry and basil for a tasty mocktail.
29. Blackberry Basil Kombucha Mocktail
Speaking of kombucha, if strawberry isn’t your flavor of choice, this recipe incorporates basil and blackberry for an added tartness.
30. Mint and Basil Lemonade
There’s something about basil that pairs well with pretty much everything. Just sweet enough, this lemonade incorporates honey simple syrup.
31. Frozen Strawberry Margaritas
There’s just something about margaritas that always hit the spot. Now you can bring home your favorite Mexican restaurant beverage with this delicious winner—it’s definitely one of the best strawberry mocktail recipes we’ve encountered so far.
32. Honey, Blackberry & Sage Refresher Mocktail
Exotic blackberries meet fresh sage in this creative shaken mocktail with an invitingly earthy flair. Plus, there are few extra pleasant surprises tossed into the mix!
33. Coconut Water Mocktail
Turn that coconut water you use for rehydration into this incredibly quick and easy mocktail brimming with fresh mint leaves, lime juice, and ginger honey syrup.
34. Sweet and Sour Mocktail
Forget the margarita, as far as best mocktail recipes go, this showcases sweet and sour mix in its best light too. And bonus, if you dig P.F. Chang’s Sweet and Sour Chicken, Rachael of Eazy, Peazy Meals has great pairing suggestions to make a meal out of this mocktail’s inspiration.
35. Elderberry Pear Kombucha Mocktail
There’s no flavor quite like elderberry. The earthy tartness is balanced perfectly with the sweat pear in this mocktail recipe.
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