16 of the best Mocktail recipes that pack a punch - minus any alcohol
Here's how you breeze through Dry Jan! 💨
Whether you're interested in reducing your alcohol intake, or fancy switching your drinks repertoire up, having a selection of go-to mocktail recipes is always a good idea. We're talking Blackberry Virgin Mojitos, Virgin Cranberry Basil Sangria and glasses and glasses of Homemade Lemonade (it doesn't always need to replicate an alcoholic tipple). And with Dry January well and truly in full swing, there's no better time to brush up on your mocktail making skills!
For some non-alcoholic inspo, check out 16 of our favourite mocktail and lemonade recipes now (we're positive they won't disappoint):
Apple, Cardamom & Ginger Ale
All the fizz and flavour, none of the booze - a zesty apple and cardamom mocktail that’s impossible not to sip.
Ingredients:
- 15ml Nonsuch Apple & Cardamom Shrub
- 200ml Three Cents Ginger Ale
- Lime juice
Method: Build up the ingredients over cubed ice then add a squeeze of lime juice and stir well.
Blackberry Virgin Mojito
Classic mojitos are always refreshing with fresh mint and fruit. This non-alcoholic version is still every bit as refreshing with an easy mint simple syrup and fresh blackberries. It will have you dreaming of care free summer days.
Get the Blackberry Virgin Mojito recipe.
Virgin Cranberry Basil Sangria
Sangria without the wine? Yes, please. The fruit is the real star here — use whatever’s in season and get creative with the combination (think cranberries, orange slices, and rosemary for the holidays and mixed berries and mint for summer).
Get the Virgin Cranberry Basil Sangria recipe.
Homemade Lemonade
On a hot day, nothing is more refreshing than your first sip of a glass of homemade lemonade. Ice cold with that perfect balance of tart and sweet. This recipe is so easy, you'll have it memorised in no time.
Get the Homemade Lemonade recipe.
Strawberry Lemonade
Freshly squeezed lemons team up with juicy strawberries for the perfect summer drink. It's tart, sweet, and all around refreshing. Be sure to strain the strawberry puree as you'll get rid of seeds and excess pulp. Mint adds a nice brightness. but is totally optional!
Get the Strawberry Lemonade recipe.
Virgin Piña Colada
Sit back and sip those cares away with a non-alcoholic Piña Colada that's basically a tropical milkshake. It's creamy, tart, and sweet and just what the doctor ordered. One drink and you'll be hooked.
Get the Virgin Piña Colada recipe.
Ice Lolly Punch
Using ice lollies as ice cubes is the smartest thing we have come up with.
Get the Ice Lolly Punch recipe.
Non-Alcoholic Sangria Punch
Get the Non-Alcoholic Sangria Punch recipe.
Recipe from Somewhat Simple.
Honey Blackberry Mint Mocktails
Get the Honey Blackberry Mint Mocktails recipe.
Recipe from Bowl of Delicious.
Raspberry Sherbet Party Punch
Get the Raspberry Sherbet Party Punch recipe.
Recipe from Natasha's Kitchen.
Non Alcoholic Apple Pie Punch
Get the Non Alcoholic Apple Pie Punch recipe.
Recipe from Frugal Mum Eh.
Elderflower Blueberry Lime Virgin Cocktail
Get the Elderflower Blueberry Lime Virgin Cocktail recipe.
Recipe from Sugar Salted.
Moscow Mule Mocktail
Get the Moscow Mule Mocktail recipe.
Recipe from The Merry Thought.
Watermelon Rosemary Spritzer
Get the Watermelon Rosemary Spritzer recipe.
Recipe from Red Wine Dragons.
Pear Rosemary Spritzer
Get the Pear Rosemary Spritzer recipe.
Recipe from The Merry Thought.
Maz Gould is a freelance writer, covering everything from fashion to entertainment, beauty to food. When she’s not writing, she can be found eating her way around Manchester, Chester and Liverpool (get in touch for recs), scrolling through TikTok to find the latest viral Zara dress or going to extreme lengths to throw a western-themed get-together (hay bales and everything) for her pals.
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