There’s nothing better than a glass of cold, fruity, bubbly, thirst-quenching, and perfectly sweet drink on a warm sunny day. Summer mocktails are non-alcoholic beverages typically made with seasonal fruits, fresh herbs, and refreshing ingredients to showcase the bright flavors of the season. Here are my top 25 summer mocktail recipes that you can enjoy all summer long.
Virgin Piña Colada
Virgin Pina Colada is a refreshing and creamy non-alcoholic beverage that combines the refreshing flavors of coconut and pineapple. It typically consists of cream of coconut, pineapple juice, frozen pineapple chunks, and crushed ice. It will transport you to a tropical island with the first sip.
Raspberry Mojito Mocktail
A Raspberry mojito mocktail is a refreshing and fruity non-alcoholic drink that combines the classic flavors of a mojito with the sweet and juicy taste of fresh raspberries. It typically includes muddled fresh raspberries, mint leaves, lime juice, and simple syrup all mixed and muddled together.
Pineapple Mojito Mocktail
A Pineapple Mojito mocktail is a refreshing, non-alcoholic, and tropical twist on the classic Mojito recipe. It’s a thirst-quenching and delicious blend of juicy pineapples, mint leaves, simple syrup, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
Blueberry Mojito Mocktail
The Blueberry Mojito mocktail is a refreshing and vibrant twist on the classic Mojito, infused with the delightful flavors of blueberries and fresh mint leaves. To prepare a blueberry Mojito mocktail, you’ll need a few ingredients: fresh blueberries, mint leaves, lime juice, blueberry syrup, sparkling water, and ice.
Coconut Limeade
Coconut limeade also known as, Limonada de coco, is a creamy and refreshing beverage that combines the flavors of zesty limes and creamy coconut. It’s a perfect blend of coconut milk, lime juice, and sugar, making it a fun and delicious choice for a hot summer day.
Watermelon Mocktail With Sprite
The sweet, tart, and refreshing watermelon mocktail with Sprite is a total summer crush. The fresh flavor of watermelon paired with hints of basil and lime is irresistible.
Virgin Mojito With Sprite
This ultra-refreshing virgin Mojito with Sprite is a combination of mint, lime juice, and cooling bubbly lemon lime soda. A perfect non-alcoholic drink for any special occasion and easy to make from scratch.
Non-alcoholic Johnny Vegas Drink
The Non-alcoholic Johnny Vegas drink is a refreshing beverage that combines the fruity flavor of watermelon with the sweet and tangy flavors of Red Bull. The result is a zesty, fizzy, and fruity drink that provides the perfect pick-me-up and refreshment. Served over ice for a crisp summer mocktail.
Strawberry Mocktail With Sprite
If you are looking for a fun and fruity summer drink, this strawberry mocktail with Sprite is just for you! This is a delicious, refreshing, and easy-to-make spring/summer mocktail that is sure to impress your guests.
Non-alcoholic Mint Julep
The Mint Julep mocktail is made with ginger ale and mint simple syrup is a delightful twist on the classic Mint Julep recipe. To make this refreshing and flavorful drink, you’ll need the following ingredients: fresh mint leaves, granulated sugar, ginger ale, water, and crushed ice.
Blue Curacao Mocktail
Blue Lagoon mocktail is made with blue curaçao syrup with vibrant and zesty notes of orange peel. This fizzy blue mocktail recipe is great for sparkling your birthday parties and potlucks.
Cherry Mojito Mocktail
The Cherry Mojito Mocktail is a vibrant drink that combines the juicy flavors of cherries with zingy lime juice and the cooling touch of mint. With every sip, you’ll experience a delightful burst of freshness.
Sunrise Mocktail
The Sunrise Mocktail made with grenadine syrup, orange juice, and Sprite is a fantastic summer mocktail! This vibrant and refreshing drink resembles the gorgeous sunrise with its colorful layers and fruity flavors. Enjoy this mocktail on a warm day or serve it at parties or gatherings for a cooling, alcohol-free option.
Blackberry Mojito Mocktail
The blackberry mojito mocktail is a fruity and unique twist on the classic mojito mocktail. This mocktail features blackberries, mint, and lime in a highball glass. Finally, the drink is topped off with sparkling water, which adds fizziness and bubbly texture to the mocktail.
Mango Mocktail With Sprite
The Mango Mocktail made with Sprite is a refreshing drink that will transport you to a sunny and tropical paradise! With its sweet and tangy mango flavor combined with the fizzy and zesty Sprite, this mocktail is perfect for warm weather days.
Peach Mojito Mocktail
If you’re looking for a fruity, bright, and bubbly summer mocktail that looks fancy and tastes great, try the peach Mojito mocktail. Served with mint sprigs and peach slices, it’s the perfect choice for the hot, long summer days.
Lemon Mojito Mocktail
Jump into warm weather fun with this ice-cold, sweet, and refreshing lemon mojito mocktail. Don’t miss this twist on the classic mojito and make it with sun-bright, juicy, and zesty lemons available in spring.
Honeydew Mocktail
There’s nothing like a refreshing honeydew mocktail with fresh mint and zingy lime flavor on a hot summer day! It’s crisp, sweet, and made with just 5 simple ingredients!
Strawberry Mimosa Mocktail
This strawberry mimosa mocktail is a refreshing, fruity, and non-alcoholic spin on the classic mimosa, featuring the sweet flavor of strawberries.
Frozen Mango Margarita Mocktail
A frozen mango margarita mocktail is a non-alcoholic version of the classic frozen mango margarita. It typically includes frozen mango chunks, lime juice, a sweetener like simple syrup or agave, and ice, all blended together until smooth.
Hurricane Mocktail Recipe
The hurricane mocktail is a non-alcoholic version of the classic hurricane cocktail, which was created in the 1940s at Pat O’Brien’s bar in New Orleans. It’s known for its fruity and tangy sweet flavor.
Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri With Sprite
This virgin strawberry daiquiri with Sprite is a delightful and frosty non-alcoholic drink that takes a fruity twist on the classic daiquiri recipe. It requires only 4 ingredients and is perfect for summer days!
French 75 Mocktail
Want a bright and bubbly and non-alcoholic drink for a special occasion? This non-alcoholic French 75 mocktail is simply AMAZING! Made with Limonata soda, lemon juice, simple syrup, and sparkling water.
FAQs
Which Mocktail Is Best for Summer?
Summer Mocktails are usually made with juicy and sweet seasonal fruits. In addition to fruity mocktails, non-alcoholic drinks that use herbs like mint (which have cooling properties) are perfect to beat the summer heat. Also, frozen non-alcoholic drinks such as frozen mojitos, frozen lemonades, and frozen margarita mocktails will help you keep cool on hot summer days.
Is There Alcohol in a Mocktail?
No, mocktails or mock cocktails are non-alcoholic beverages that mimic the taste and sophistication of cocktails without the buzz.
What Tools Do You Need to Make a Mocktail?
- Cocktail shaker: A cocktail shaker is a bar tool designed to mix the ingredients of cocktails and mocktails.
- Muddler: A muddler is a bartender’s tool that is used to crush or muddle drink ingredients, typically herbs, and fruits to release their flavors.
- Glassware: You can use a variety of glassware depending on the type of mocktail you will be serving. Use highball glasses for fizzy mocktails like Virgin Mojitos, martini glasses for cosmopolitan mocktails, or non-alcoholic martinis and champagne flutes for non-alcoholic mimosas.
- Jigger or measuring cup: Using a measuring cup or jigger is not strictly necessary but it helps you to add the right amounts of syrups or liquids to the drink, resulting in balanced and flavorful mocktails.
- Strainer: A fine strainer is needed to catch the fruit pulp and small solids when pouring the drink into the glass.
- Bar spoon: A bar spoon is used to mix, muddle, or layer the cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks.
What Can I Use Instead of Alcohol for Mocktails?
Mocktail recipes usually call for sparkling water, fruit juices, flavored sodas, ginger ale, or even non-alcoholic spirits instead of alcohol.
