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Mocktails are an ideal drink to beat the heat in the hot summer months. A refreshing non-alcoholic drink that can keep you hydrated in the summer sun is perfect for the beach, summer entertaining, and front porch happy hours.
A hot summer day calls for a delicious drink, but let’s make it a non-alcoholic drink made with simple ingredients you can find at your local grocery store. There are no zero proof spirits needed for any of the easy summer mocktails on this list, just lots of fresh fruits, fresh herbs, and homemade simple syrups.
Using Fresh Ingredients
There are so many great mixer options when it comes to creating mocktails. Fresh orange juice, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, pineapple juice, ginger ale, ginger beer, cranberry juice, lemon-lime soda, soda water, fresh lemon juice, tonic water, club soda - the list really is endless! But you don't need to stock them all. Pick your favorite flavors and leave the rest.
Fresh ingredients are also a great way to make the best garnishes. Try fresh mint leaves, lime wedges, and/or orange slices for easy, flavorful garnish. Want to take it a step further? Add a fun straw or cocktail umbrellas to really celebrate the summer season!
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Light and Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
A refreshing summer drink keeps the added sugar at bay. If you’re out on a hot day and drink nothing but super sugary sips, you’re more likely to end up feeling sluggish instead of hydrated and refreshed in the summer heat.
I prefer to build my mocktail with fresh fruit juices, low sugar mixers like sparkling water, and add in small amounts of sweetness with simple syrup. Your drinks should always be super cold, so don’t skimp on the ice cubes! Use lots of them in both your cocktail shaker and your drink glasses.
12 Easy Summer Mocktail Recipes
Summer entertaining is an every-weekend thing, especially here in the Midwest where we only get a few months of hot, sunny Saturdays and Sundays. Below are some of my favorite summer mocktail recipes. Which one is going to become your new favorite warm-weather refreshment?
Non-Alcoholic Mojito Mocktail
Lots of fresh mint and fresh limes make these virgin mojitos a light and refreshing summer mocktail option. Serve it up in tall glasses for a delicious summer sip.
Easy Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)
This delicious frozen Strawberry Daiquiri mocktail is alcohol-free, full of flavor, and super refreshing on a hot summer day! It's one of my favorite mocktail recipes for summer, especially during Michigan strawberry season.
Non-Alcoholic Moscow Mule Mocktail Recipe
Full of fresh ginger and mint, these refreshing non-alcoholic Moscow Mules are an easy summer mocktail recipe that's quick to make for your next back porch happy hour.
Simple Watermelon Strawberry Mocktail
This watermelon strawberry mocktail uses juicy watermelon, homemade strawberry syrup, lime juice, and fresh mint to create a perfect drink for a hot day.
Homemade Ginger Peach Iced Tea (Sweetened)
A refreshing drink to have on hand in the summer, this ginger peach iced tea is slightly sweet and made by the quart so you can have it ready the next time you're craving a delicious sip.
Non Alcoholic Blueberry Grapefruit Mocktail
Sweet blueberry and fresh bright grapefruit combine with earthy rosemary for a refreshing Blueberry Grapefruit Mocktail that’s alcohol free.
Non-Alcoholic Margarita Mocktail on the Rocks
Margaritas are a great option for warmer weather. With lots of fresh fruit juices and orange blossom water, this non-alcoholic take on the classic cocktail is bright and refreshing.
Refreshing Paloma Grapefruit Mocktail (Non Alcoholic)
Whether you choose to rim your glass with coarse salt, or skip it, this delicious sparkling grapefruit mocktail is the perfect sip for your next summer Taco Tuesday.
Berry Hibiscus Iced Tea Recipe (Caffeine-Free)
Full of fresh blackberries and strawberries, Berry Hibiscus Iced Tea is the perfect summer drink for a baby shower, bridal shower, or summer barbecue.
Sparkling Non-Alcoholic Peach Sangria with Fresh Peaches
A refreshing glass of sangria is the ideal sip on a hot summer day, but who says it has to have alcohol in it?! The perfect drink on summer days, this fruity mocktail is made by the pitcher making it a great option for summer gatherings.
Non Alcoholic Piña Colada Mocktail (Not Blended)
A perfect non-alcoholic drink option on hot days, this piña colada mocktail is creamy and delicious and served over ice - no blender required. A squeeze of fresh lime juice keeps it from being overly sweet. Perfect to serve at a backyard bbq on a summer night or sip on a warm beach.
Easy Strawberry Mocktail with Pineapple
The only drink on the list served without ice, this strawberry mocktail is a fancy drink that's a perfect way to celebrate a special occasion. It's a light, fruity drink that'll have you shaking up seconds.
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