Nonalcoholic cocktails [1] have grown up. With the increasing popularity of the sober curious movement, sometimes also called the damp lifestyle, there's been a resurgence in alcohol-free choices and delicious mocktail recipes circulating the internet. Challenges like Dry January and Sober October help people dabble in quitting or at least cutting back on alcohol for periods of time. Even celebrities like Bella Hadid and Blake Lively [2] have joined in on the clean drink fun, creating viral mocktail recipes [3] and nonalcoholic mixers [4].
And why not? Nonalcohol cocktails can be just as delicious and exciting as alcohol-filled cocktails and tend to be healthier too (since they don't contain, you know, alcohol). We've moved way beyond the Shirley Temple (although we're not going to hate on a classic ST). There are a plethora of alcohol-free choices [5] these days, including premixed versions of bitters, tonics [6], and beer that's not really beer [7], all of which make crafting a delicious mocktail recipe way easier, and more fun, than ever.
So whether you're interested in damp living, you want to make sure to have some nonboozy options for your next party, you're pregnant, or you're just looking for a fun drink that won't leave you feeling horrible the next day, these mocktail recipes are all you need. They range from complex and tangy to sweet and fruity. So sip back [8] and relax with one of these mocktail recipes.
Mocktail Recipe: Classic Bloody Mary Mocktail
Start your Saturday morning off with this zesty classic Bloody Mary mocktail [10]. Add your favourite mix-ins like celery and hot sauce, and you won't even taste the difference between this and a real cocktail.
Mocktail Recipe: Nonalcoholic Margaritas
With fresh orange, lime, and lemon, it doesn't get any better than this nonalcoholic margarita [11]. All ages can enjoy this tangy treat.
Mocktail Recipe: Sparkling Mango Strawberry Sangria
Sangria is great all year round, and this mocktail version is no exception. This nonalcoholic sparkling mango strawberry sangria [12] is full of fruity flavour and refreshing goodness.
Mocktail Recipe: Floral Whiskey Sour Mocktail
Complete with edible flowers, could this floral whiskey sour mocktail [13] get any better? The secret ingredient in this drink is the Pompeian white wine vinegar. It gives the drink a slightly throat-burning tang, the perfect substitute for a spirit.
Mocktail Recipe: Shirley Temple Mocktail
You can't go wrong with this timeless and tasty Shirley Temple mocktail [14] recipe. Adults will love it just as much as kids. Don't be afraid to add as many cherries as you want!
Mocktail Recipe: Virgin Blueberry Mojito Mocktail
Honestly, mojitos might be even better sans alcohol. (No headache later on.) This virgin blueberry mojito mocktail [15] is made with fresh berries and mint leaves. Muddle the ingredients, and start sipping.
Honey Mint Lemonade
Made with simple, fresh ingredients, this honey mint lemonade [16] is just as tasty as it is healthy. Make two batches, just in case.
Mocktail Recipe: Honey Roasted Pear Sparkling Mocktail
Pears, cinnamon, and cloves come together to bring out ultra-refreshing flavours in this honey roasted pear sparkling mocktail [17]. Make a big batch for your next holiday party.
Mocktail Recipe: Kombucha Mocktails
Get creative with kombucha with these kombucha mocktail [18] recipes. Add fruity sparkling water and any kind of kombucha you want to make your own tangy sip.
Mocktail Recipe: Apple Hibiscus Spritzer
Lemons, limes, and apples come together to make this ruby-red apple hibiscus spritzer [19]. The hibiscus tea brings a bold flavour that you won't be able to get enough of.
Mocktail Recipe: Grapefruit Citrus Sparkler
Sweet, fresh, and fruity, this grapefruit citrus sparkler [20] will satisfy all of your bubbly cravings. Add rosemary or thyme and a grapefruit wedge to garnish your drink in the cutest way.
Mocktail Recipe: Cucumber Ginger Mocktail
Cucumber and ginger are paired perfectly together in this cucumber ginger mocktail [21] recipe. The crisp, refreshing flavour of the cucumber goes hand in hand with the tangy ginger. It also looks right at home in a martini glass, which adds a nice bit of class to your evening.
Mocktail Recipe: Pineapple Mango Lemonade
Put a tropical twist on lemonade with this pineapple mango lemonade [22] recipe. Made with lemon juice, pineapple juice, and mango nectar, this sip is sweet with a tart tang.
Mocktail Recipe: Honey Mint Melon Mocktail
This honey mint melon mocktail [23] has rich melon flavours and light mint accents. It's a classically summer mocktail — but it can be made easily enough all year round, whenever you want something fresh and light. It's also a great one to make a larger batch for parties.
Mocktail Recipe: Blueberry Lemonade
You'll be impressed with yourself after you make this blueberry lemonade mocktail [24]. The tart lemonade cuts the sweet blueberries — and the colour can't be beat.
Mocktail Recipe: Ginger Beer Lemonade
Put a spin on traditional lemonade with this ginger beer lemonade [25]. The bubbly ginger beer mixed with the zesty lemon makes this simply refreshing. This is a great sip for the winter — the ginger beer is surprisingly warming, and the lemon makes it incredibly drinkable.
Mocktail Recipe: Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade
A perfect blend of bubbly and fruity, this sparkling raspberry lemonade [26] will cool you off on the hottest days or remind you of the warmth of summer on cooler evenings. Garnish with mint for an extra kick.
Mocktail Recipe: Watermelon Lemonade
Watermelon and lemonade, can you name a better duo? This watermelon lemonade [27] is hard to put down.
Mocktail Recipe: Sparkling Cherry Lemonade
No simple syrup is needed in the making of this sparkling cherry lemonade [28] — you can simply combine cherries, lemon juice, and sugar in a blender, chill for a while, then serve over ice. Easier than anyone would suspect.
Mocktail Recipe: Watermelon Mint Spritzer
Save this watermelon mint spritzer [29] for the summer. Fresh, fruity watermelon gets an extra-refreshing kick from the mint, and add some honey for the perfect amount of sweetness.
