Must try mocktail recipes to spark your holiday spirit
Dec 25, 2024
By Renay Sambach
Kaieteur News- In the age of digital everything, it’s no surprise that TikTok has seamlessly become a staple in my life. What started as a platform for dances and comedy skits has now evolved into a treasure trove of knowledge. Need a quick hack to fix something? TikTok. Want to learn a new skill? TikTok.
During the festive season, it’s practically my go-to source of inspiration. From holiday decor to recipes, TikTok has all the inspiration I need. So, for this Christmas holiday, I’ve decided to share some fun and interesting mocktail recipes I discovered on TikTok that will elevate your holiday gatherings without a drop of alcohol. Let’s dive in!
The Mindful Mocktail: Grinchy Granny
Ingredients:
- 3oz (60mls) green apple & cucumber juice (method below)
- 1oz (30mls) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 6 mint leaves
Mixer: your choice of soda water, sparkling white wine or ginger kombucha
Method
Add the maple syrup to your shaker. Clap the mint together and add to your shaker. Pour in the apple/cucumber juice and lemon juice, then add ice and replace the lid. Shake well. Strain into a glass over ice and top with your choice of mixer. Stir, garnish and enjoy!
Green apple & cucumber juice: blend 1/2 diced apple and 1 inch cucumber with 2 tablespoons water, then strain. Add more water if you need to, to help facilitate blending. Or use a juicer, much easier.
The Mindful Mocktail: Merry Mojito Mocktails
An easy festive alcohol-free cocktail that can be made right in your glass!
- ½ lime, 8 chopped mint leaves
- 1 oz. (30 ml) non-alcoholic rum this can be left out, or you can use 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar for a little bite
- 2 oz. (60 ml) pomegranate juice
- Soda water
- Pomegranate and mint to garnish
Muddle the lime in your glass to release the juices. Clap the mint together in your hands and add it to the glass. Fill your glass with ice and add the optional rum/ACV and the pomegranate juice. Top with soda water, stir gently, garnish with pomegranate arils and mint, then serve. Note: you can add a little sweetener to this if you wish!
April’s Aperitifs: non-alcoholic Santa’s Hat Shirley Temple!
This is a very simple mocktail that’s kid friendly with decorative garnishes to add to the festive mood.
Recipe:
- Splash of Grenadine
- Lemonade
- Candy Cane
- Sprinkles
- Simple Syrup
- Cherries
Method:
Rim a glass with simple syrup and cinnamon sprinkles. Add ice to a glass and add a splash of Grenadine. Top up the drink with lemonade and garnish with a candy cane and cherries. Then enjoy!
Kayla | UGC Creator & Foodie: THE GRINCH MOCKTAIL!
Ingredients:
- Peppermint Candy Canes
- Ice
- Green Edible Glitter
- Lime Cordial
- Sparkling Water
Method:
Crush peppermint candy canes and use to rim glass
Add ice to glass
Then Add edible glitter
Add lime cordial and sparkling water. Enjoy!
Diy Cocktail Guy: Naughty or Nice Mocktail
Recipe/ingredients:
- In your shaker add plenty of ice
- 60mls or 2oz Cranberry Juice
- 60mls or 2oz Grapefruit Juice
- Give it a good shake – then strain into a glass with fresh ice & sugared rim.
- Topping up with orange juice.
Garnish with cherries and rosemary! Enjoy
The Mindful Mocktail: Easy Spritz Mocktail
With non-alcoholic rose, a splash of cranberry juice and some sparkling water, this recipe is perfect if you’re entertaining and want to make some quick drinks for your guests!
You’ll need:
- 2 parts alcohol-free rosé
- 1 part soda water
- Splash of cranberry juice
- Optional garnish: cranberries, rosemary or orange.
Method
Fill a wine glass with ice and add the rosé, soda water and cranberry juice. Stir gently and garnish with your choice of cranberries, rosemary or orange.
(Must try mocktail recipes to spark your holiday spirit)
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