20 Refreshing Summer Mocktail Recipes Everyone Can Enjoy

These virgin drinks will make you forget any alcoholic cocktail!

Blueberry Ginger Cooler

When the weather is hot, you need something with the word “cooler" in the name. This blueberry-ginger concoction does the job of keeping you chill and hydrated in the heat. To keep it colder longer, freeze blueberries to use as ice that won't dilute your drink. (via Cooking With Manali)

Simple Shirley Recipe

Courtesy of Fresca Sparkling Soda Water

Ingredients

• 1oz homemade Grenadine (see below for details)
• 6 oz Original Citrus Fresca
• Plenty of ice

Instructions

1. Pour zero calorie Original Citrus Fresca into a tall glass with plenty of ice.
2. Top with Grenadine, stir gently and garnish with orange, lemon and/or lime wedges.

Homemade Grenadine

Ingredients

• 2 cups of pomegranate juice
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or 1 teaspoon orange blossom water

Instructions

1. Combine the ingredients in a sauce pan and cook over medium heat until the edges of the liquid begin to bubble and sugar is fully dissolved – stir slowly and occasionally. DO NOT BOIL.
2. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature before bottling. Store in the refrigerator.

Raspberry Lemonade Virgin Mojito

Maybe it’s the obligatory mint in a mojito, but those things are so damn invigorating. Since this raspberry lemonade mojito skips the rum, you can serve it to whoever you want. But you just might want to reserve a whole pitcher for yourself. (via SoFab Food)

Grapefruit Kombucha Agua Fresca

It’s not every day you find a drink that’s good for you and that you want to drink on the regular. This one has fresh grapefruit juice and kombucha, along with a subtle herbal note thanks to the rosemary. (via Will Frolic for Food)

Honey Blackberry Mint Mocktails

When you’re on a paleo diet, you have to constantly be on the lookout for added sugar in your seemingly healthy drinks. This mocktail is sweetened with only honey and blackberries, so you can be sure it’s as wholesome as possible. (via Bowl of Delicious)

Hibiscus Iced Tea Sparkler

This fresh and flavorful drink will have you saying sayonara to your usual Starbucks order. Infuse with berries and mint to enhance the flavors even more. (via Diethood)

Mango Meyer Lemon Margarita Mocktails

Who needs tequila anyway? We heard it makes your clothes fall off, and you definitely don’t want that. Play it safe with these virgin mango margs that are more than worthy of your next taco Tuesday. (via An Edible Mosaic)

The Drink Abides, aka S’more martini

Courtesy of Ritual Zero Proof

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 oz Ritual rum alternative
• 1/4 oz cold brew concentrate
• 3/4 oz chocolate syrup
• 1/2 oz graham cracker-infused heavy cream
• Garnish: roasted marshmallow

Instructions

1. Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake well.
2. Strain into a chilled coupe. Add garnish.

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Kiwi Mojito Mocktail

Quench your thirst the only way you know how… mojitos. Keep it PG by nixing the liquor because this recipe is so tasty, you won't even be able to tell the difference. This kiwi variation is so unique, your palate will thank you for the welcome change. (via Lincy's Cook Art)

Strawberry Orange Ginger Fizz

Add some intrigue to your fizzy drinks with a slice or two of fresh ginger. It makes the drink more refreshing and balances out the sweetness ever so slightly. These would be great served at a weekend summer brunch party. (via A Calculated Whisk)

Frozen Peach Bellini Mocktail

Sparkling apple juice replaces the Champagne in this virgin Bellini. It’s blended with ripe peaches and lime juice for a frosty summer treat that everyone will adore. (via Spicy Southern Kitchen)

Refreshing Orange Mint Mocktail

This is no ordinary OJ — oh no. This is a sparkling orange mocktail permeated with hints of mint and lemon. Knowing this is waiting for you in the fridge in the morning is the best alarm clock there is. (via Pepper Delight)

Virgin Piña Colada

Staycation, meet your resident mocktail. With all the coconut and pineapple flavor, you’ll be carefree and relaxed even without booze. (via High Heels and Grills)

PTO

Courtesy of Ritual Zero Proof

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 oz Ritual Gin Alternative
• 1 oz coconut cream
• 1 1⁄2 oz pineapple juice
• 1⁄2 oz lemon juice
• Garnish with pineapple wedge and frond

Instructions

1. Combine ingredients in a shaker with a little bit of crushed ice and whip-shake until the ice melts.
2. Pour into a Collins glass and top with ice. Add garnish.

Rhubarb and Citrus Mocktail

Rhubarb is the staple ingredient of summer. Harness its flavor in anything but a pie with this swanky mocktail. Garnish with edible flowers and mint for an elegant touch. (via Craving Amsterdam)

Roasted Peach and Strawberry Fizz

Daiquiri lovers will obsess over this fruity pureed drink. Even kids will be begging for a sip, and this time, you can say yes! IF you want to share, that is. (via Use Your Noodle)

Sparkling Grapefruit Mocktail

Homemade grenadine is a mixer you should always have on hand for all of your cocktail and mocktail needs. Here, it’s combined with grapefruit juice and a splash of Sprite for a non-alcoholic drink that’s comparable to a mimosa. (via Crumb Kitchen)

Tropical Mocktail

Vacation means indulging in a few fruity drinks, but that doesn’t mean they have to be full of alcohol. Enjoy every second of your trip by making a batch of these tropical mocktails to keep on hand. Drink hack: Freeze fruit in ice trays for a fun garnish. (via Jess Explains It All)

Very Berry Mocktail

Anything made with pink lemonade concentrate has to be full of flavor. After a full day in the summer sun, you’ll welcome this frigid berrylicious treat with open arms. It's great for parties, cookouts, and your regular Friday night hangout. (via Is This Really My Life)

Salted Banana Daiquiri

Courtesy of Ritual Zero Proof

Ingredients

• 2 oz Ritual Rum Alternative
• 3/4 oz lime juice
• 3/4 oz banana syrup
• Pinch of salt
• Banana slice for garnish

Instructions

Combine the ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake well. Double strain into a chilled couple. Top with a pinch of salt and add garnish.

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