Hosting a get together this August bank holiday weekend? Wow your guests with these simple, delicious mocktails that everyone can enjoy. The perfect way to up your BBQ game and are fun and easy to make.
Virgin Mojito
The most refreshing mocktail for a hot summers day, the Virgin Mojito carries a minty flavour with a hint of lime.
Ingredients (makes 4):
- 2 tbsp sugar
- A bunch of mint leaves
- 6 limes, juiced
- 2 limes for garnishing
- Soda water
- Ice
Method:
Step 1
Crush together the sugar and mint leaves using a pestle and mortar (or a bowl and wooden spoon) and juice your limes.
Step 2
Add a handful of crushed ice to each glass and divide the lime juice between the glasses before adding your sugar and mint mix. Top up with soda water and a straw and a frozen lime slice to garnish.
Original recipe: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/mojito-mocktail
Cranberry Sangria
An alcohol free twist on a Spanish favourite, Cranberry Sangria has a sweet fruity flavour your guests will love!
Ingredients (makes 4):
- 1 cube ice cubes
- ¼ pineapple, peeled, thinly sliced and cut into wedges
- ½ small orange, peeled, thinly sliced and cut into wedges
- 1 passionfruit, quartered
- 500ml of cranberry juice
- 500ml of ginger beer
- A bunch of mint leaves
Method:
Step 1
Crush together the sugar and mint leaves using a pestle and mortar (or a bowl and wooden spoon) and juice your limes.
Step 2
Add a handful of crushed ice to each glass and divide the lime juice between the glasses before adding your sugar and mint mix. Top up with soda water and a straw and a frozen lime slice to garnish.
Original recipe: https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/cranberry-sangria/8BMTZjbq?r=recipes/fo39k1mt
Virgin Pina Colada
A tropical ice-cream dream, the Pina Colada is too good not to share. Make it suitable for everyone with this recipe.
Ingredients (makes 4)
- 2 bags of frozen pineapple chunks (285 grams)
- 8 larges scoops of vanilla ice cream
- 475 ml of coconut milk
- 120 ml of pineapple juice
- Pineapple wedge for serving
- Maraschino cherry for serving
Method
Step 1
Blend together frozen pineapple, ice cream, coconut milk and pineapple juice until smooth.
Step 2
Divide the mixture between 4 glasses and garnish with a pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry. Add a cocktail umbrella for an added summery touch.
Original recipe: https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a29813500/virgin-pina-colada-recipe
Virgin Watermelon Margarita
The perfect summer drink, a Virgin Watermelon Margarita is sweet with a slight tang with a thicker consistency.
Ingredients (makes 4)
- 1 medium seedless watermelon, cut into chunks
- 120ml of lime juice
- 4 tsp agave
- 5 tbsp sparkling water
Method
Step 1
Blend the watermelon before adding the lime juice and agave.
Step 2
Mix again and pour into 4 glasses. Top with sparkling water.
Original recipe: https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/drinks/how-to/g785/best-mocktail-recipes
We hope you found some mocktail inspiration, happy sipping!
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