At certain times in life we need to throw abstemious parties, having some non-alcoholic cocktail ideas on hand will make you an envied host; they’ll just say how did you do it? Just save these 8 easy, colorful and fun mock tail party cocktail ideas.
Just because a cocktail doesn’t contain alcohol doesn’t mean it can’t be fun and delicious. Whether you’re the designated driver, throwing a party and don’t want to drink too much, are underage, or alcohol just isn’t your thing, these mock tails are sure to please.
Tasty non-alcoholic cocktails
There are endless possibilities for original cocktails. Get creative and serve a “fake” cocktail in a fun and festive way. Pay close attention to the garnishes, try to make them colorful, ice cannot be missing and well-cared glasses in terms of design or glasses will turn your non-alcoholic cocktail into something spectacular.
Cranberry sparkler. Non-alcoholic cocktails
This refreshing drink is great on a hot day.
Ingredients
Ice.
6 ounces of cranberry juice.
Juice of one lime.
2 ounces of sparkling water.
Orange slice to decorate.
Instructions
Fill a tall glass with crushed ice.
Add the lime and cranberry juice.
Top with sparkling water and add a slice of orange for a colorful touch.
Sangria punch. Non-alcoholic cocktails
Sangria is an alcoholic wine punch that is fun, fruity, and delicious. Use a non-alcoholic red wine, such as Ariel, to add a nice non-alcoholic wine flavor. This recipe makes 6 servings.
Ingredients
1 bottle of 750 ml of non-alcoholic red wine.
A sliced orange.
A sliced lemon.
One lime, sliced.
1/4 cup of organ syrup.
1 cup orange juice, chilled
1 cup sparkling water, cold.
Ice.
Instructions
In a large pitcher or bowl, combine non-alcoholic wine, orange, lemon, and lime slices, organ syrup, and orange juice (can be tangerine for a more sophisticated touch). Stir to combine and refrigerate for at least three hours.
Add ice and sparkling mineral water to fill the container to the top.
Non-alcoholic mint julep
Channel your south side with a non-alcoholic mint julep. Traditionally made with bourbon, this refreshing mint julep uses fresh mint, cola and simple syrup for a sweetly southern drink. Or, dress to the nines, including your fanciest suit, and host a Kentucky Derby viewing party just so you can serve them.
Non-alcoholic Bellini
Are you organizing a baby shower brunch? This non-alcoholic drink is the perfect accompaniment; it has a delicious flavor for special occasions, even the mother-to-be can enjoy this non-alcoholic cocktail.
Ingredients
2 ounces of peach nectar.
Sparkling apple cider.
Peach slice to decorate.
Instructions
Put the peach nectar in a glass, if it is a champagne glass, it will look much more.
Slowly top with sparkling cider.
Garnish with a peach.
Virgin Mary. Non-alcoholic cocktails
This drink is perfect for brunch or any time of day. It has a special touch, so you will not notice that it does not contain alcohol.
Ingredients
Ice.
3 ounces of tomato juice.
1/2 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
A dash of Worcestershire willow.
Pinch of celery salt.
Pinch of ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or to taste).
Celery stalks and leaves to decorate.
Instructions
Fill a glass, if it is tall much better, with ice up to half.
Add tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Tabasco.
Stir.
Garnish with a celery stalk and leaves.
Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri
What’s more festive when you’re sitting poolside than a chilled berry drink in a fabulous cocktail glass? Enjoy a virgin strawberry daiquiri blended with love and garnished with a strawberry for a fun summer mock tail.
Blackberry mojitos
Mint and blackberries make the perfect refreshing mock tail; this blend is a takeoff on the traditional mojito without the rum.
Ingredients
10 sprigs of mint.
1 ounce of blackberry syrup.
Juice of 3 lemons.
Ice.
Club soda, cold.
Mint sprigs, lime wedges, and fresh blackberries for garnish.
Instructions
In a cocktail shaker, combine mint sprigs and blackberry syrup.
Add the lemon juice and ice. Shake to mix and chill.
Pour it into a rocks glass halfway with ice.
Cover with the soda.
Stir.
Garnish with mint sprigs, lime wedges, and blackberries.
Cucumber and Strawberry Mock tail
Choose your favorite ginger for this recipe; the brighter the ginger flavor, the better.
Ingredients
5 basil leaves, plus more for garnish
3 sliced strawberries, plus more for garnish
2 slices of cucumber.
1/2 ounce of simple syrup.
Juice of 2 lemons.
Ice.
Ginger soda.
Instructions
In a glass mug, mash the basil leaves, strawberries, and cucumber slices.
Add simple syrup and lime juice.
Stir.
Add crushed ice and ginger ale to fill the mug. Stir.
Garnish with strawberry slices and basil leaves.
More non-alcoholic cocktails
Looking for more? There are many non-alcoholic cocktails that you can make.
If you are a fan of fruity drinks, try these non-alcoholic fruit cocktails.
Do you want to feel the Hawaiian breeze and your toes in the sand? Evoke those feelings with tropical cocktails or some non-alcoholic Hawaiian cocktails.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Luck of the Irish and non-alcoholic Irish drinks.
Relax on hot summer days with frozen non-alcoholic beverages.
Tips for making great non-alcoholic cocktails
Do you want your non-alcoholic cocktails to stand out? Consider these tips.
Always decorate your drinks. There are many creative and fun decorating ideas that you can try.
Choose fun glasses. Consider investing in traditional barware, like fun cocktail glasses, and use them to serve your drinks to make them look more special.
Add a dash of bitterness; it will add interesting notes to your non-alcoholic cocktails without stopping consuming it.
Create infused simple syrups for your mock tails. When making simple syrup, add some fresh herbs or whole aromatic spices while simmering, and then strain the solids to add to your cocktails.
Citrus juice brings balance. If you’re making a super sweet cocktail, always add a squeeze of lime or lemon to balance the flavors so they don’t get cloying.
Add fruit slices and herb sprigs to sparkling water for a quick and refreshing mock tail.
Add fun touches like paper umbrellas, fruit skewers, or interesting straws to take your mock tails up a notch.
You don’t need alcohol. There are endless possibilities when it comes to cocktails. Almost any of your favorites can be made into a non-alcoholic version. These alternatives are just as festive and tasty as the regular versions, plus you won’t have to worry about overindulging them.
Let us know which one is your favorite. Fancy one of these non-alcoholic cocktails?
