Mocktail Season
This past year we were expecting our second baby but I still liked to have a different drink every now that’s not just soda water or juice so mocktails were a new fun favorite to make. Whether you are a designated driver, abstaining from alcohol, pregnant like me or just want a unique and flavorful alternative, mocktails offer a great solution for social gatherings or just a random Tuesday at home when you want to pull out the fancy glasses.
These are a few of my favorite Mocktail recipes
Gin Fizz
Ingredients
1 ½ ounces non-alcoholic gin ( I like Ritual Zero Proof or Seedlip)
1 ounce fresh lemon juice
1 ounce simple syrup
Soda water
Lemon wheel or twist, for garnish
Ice
Instructions
Prepare the Glass: Fill a tall glass with ice.
Mix Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the non-alcoholic gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for about 15 seconds.
Pour and Top: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over the ice. Top with soda water to your desired taste.
Garnish: Add a lemon wheel or twist for garnish.
Serve: Enjoy your refreshing Virgin Gin Fizz!
Watermelon Margarita
Ingredients
4 cups seedless watermelon
1/4 cup fresh lime juice ( about 2-3 limes)
2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey
1/2 cup sparkling water
lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
Blend Watermelon: Place the cubed watermelon in a blender. Blend until smooth. You can strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp if desired.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup. Stir well until everything is well mixed.
Chill: For the best flavor, refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Serve: If using, rim the glasses with lime juice and dip in salt or sugar. Fill each glass with ice, then pour the watermelon mixture up to about 2/3 full.
Add Sparkling Water: top each glass with sparkling water for a refreshing fizz. Gently stir to combine
Garnish: Add lime wedges
Serve: Enjoy your refreshing Virgin Watermelon Margarita
Pina Colada
Ingredients
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup crushed ice
1 tablespoon sugar
Pineapple wedges for garnish
Instructions
Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the pineapple chunks, coconut milk, crushed ice, and sugar (if using).
Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture on high until it reaches a smooth and creamy texture.
Adjust Consistency: If the mixture is too thick, add a little more coconut milk to achieve your desired consistency.
Serve: Pour the Virgin Pina Colada into chilled glasses.
Garnish: Garnish with pineapple wedges for a festive touch.
Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing drink!
Berry Cooler
Ingredients
1 cup mixed berries (strawberrie, raspberries and blackberries)
2 cups sparkling water or tonic water
1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
Juice of 1 lime
Ice cubes
Instructions
Prepare the Berries: Rinse the mixed berries under cold water. If using strawberries, hull and slice them.
Muddle the Berries: In a glass or pitcher, add the mixed berries. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently mash the berries to release their juices.
Add Lime Juice: Squeeze the juice of one lime into the berry mixture. Stir to combine.
Sweeten (Optional): If desired, mix in honey or agave syrup for added sweetness. Stir until fully dissolved.
Mix with Sparkling Water: Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the berry mixture evenly over the ice and top with sparkling water or tonic water. Stir gently to combine.
Serve: Enjoy this summery drink
Mojito
Ingredients
10 fresh mint leaves
1 lime, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup club soda
Ice cubes
Additional mint leaves and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
Muddle the Mint and Lime: In a sturdy glass, combine the mint leaves and lime wedges. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush them together, releasing the mint oils and lime juice.
Add Sugar: Sprinkle the sugar over the muddled mint and lime. Continue to muddle gently until the sugar is dissolved.
Add Ice: Fill the glass with ice cubes to your desired level.
Pour Club Soda: Slowly pour the club soda over the ice, allowing it to mix with the mint-lime mixture. Stir gently to combine.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with additional mint leaves and lime wedges. Serve immediately with a straw if desired.
