17 Mocktail Recipes That Are So Delicious You Won't Miss the Alcohol (2024)

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What is the most famous mocktail? ›

The most popular mocktail right now is a Shirley Temple.

The foundation is the same: blending disparate ingredients into a one harmonious drink. Think about the fundamentals of taste: sweet, sour, bitter, umami and salty. Unlike co*cktails which generally follow a ratio of 2 parts spirit to 1 part sweet and 1 part sour, mocktails require more nuance.

Water is, by far, the most consumed non-alcoholic beverage in the world.

On the other hand, many mocktails are still high in sugar and may not be any healthier than co*cktails. You give up alcohol only to realise the mirror is lying to you again. Although it isn't, You've piled on the weight.

Oversteeped tea is also one of the few readily-available ingredients I've tried that can add a respectable amount of bitterness to a drink. Most co*cktail bitters use herbs like cinchona or gentian that are harder to come by.

Some popular mocktail herbs include basil, mint, rosemary, thyme, lavender, sage, cloves, and lemon balm. These ingredients provide a depth of flavor and add an aroma that enhances the drink's overall experience. Spices add complexity and mimic the heat or bite of alcoholic beverages.

Ginger and Juice

Non-alcoholic ginger beer is an excellent base for mocktails. Round out the spice with some sweetness and whatever juice the bar has available. Cranberry juice or pineapple juice work great. A ginger lemonade also sounds delicious if there's lemonade available.

The best mocktail recipes incorporate ingredients like fresh juices, flavorful syrups, sparkling sodas, and often non-alcoholic spirits to create balanced, refreshing drinks without the negative health effects of traditional booze.

As Clark points out, “mocktail” can sound like it's mocking something. “Zero proof” has adherents in some regions, while “free spirits” (which is actually a brand name) and “spirit-free” are used for N/A mixed drinks elsewhere.

In conclusion, there are plenty of alcohol substitutes that can provide a buzz, without the negative effects of alcohol! CBD-infused beverages, THC drinks, kava drinks, and Adaptogen-containing beverages are options for those looking to avoid alcohol.

What is the best non-alcoholic drink in the world? ›

Mexico's Aguas Frescas, made of fruits, cucumbers, flowers, seeds, and cereals with sugar and water is ranked first while India's mango lassi occupied the third position. 'Chai' masala, as per TasteAtlas, is an "aromatic beverage originating from India.

If it's loud and crowded, simply ask the bartender for a “virgin mojito” or “virgin margarita” and you should be good to go. If you can't think of something in particular, you can tell the bartender, “I'm not drinking tonight but want something fun to sip on with my friends” to show your intentions.

Any of the Soda-plus-Syrup sisters: vanilla cola, cherry cola, cherry 7up... Ginger ale with bitters. Lemonade with bitters (lemon, simple syrup, soda, bitters) Peach juice with bitters (etc.) Lemonade or limeade with muddled mint (kind of a virgin mojito-type thing)

The Shirley Temple is probably the most famous mocktail ever. This classic mix of ginger ale and grenadine with a squeeze of lemon or lime topped with maraschino cherries is believed to be the world's first mocktail. And it's still alive and well today.

A non-alcoholic mixed drink (also known as virgin co*cktail, temperance drink, "zero proof" drink or mocktail) is a co*cktail-style beverage made without alcohol.