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26 Easy Mocktail Recipes To Mix Up Well Beyond Dry January

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blackberry virgin mojito with mint and blackberries
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Even if it's not New Year's or damp January (or Sober October), doing an extended bit of sobriety starts to look very appetizing. Even if you're just generally not about booze, there's LOTS of reasons to have a fun, signature mocktail recipe up your sleeve. Think about it: They keep everyone refreshed, and will be hugely appreciated by those not wanting to drink, whether they’re abstaining forever or just right now. Plus, they taste amazing (looking at you, virgin piña colada). Check out these zero-proof (and basically zero-effort!) mocktail recipes for inspiration—we bet you won’t even miss the alcohol.

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We’ve got everything from virgin versions of some of our cocktail faves, plus some simpler options and extra-exciting coffee drinks. Because when you’re at brunch and everyone is getting bottomless mimosas, those abstaining from champagne deserve a fun drink too. For more inspiration, check out our guide to our favorite non-alcoholic spirits and wines.

1

Strawberry-Lemonade Shrub

strawberry lemonade shrub with ice in a glass with mint
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Originating in 17th century England as a method to preserve fruit, shrubs eventually made their way over to colonial America, evolving into fruit- and vinegar-infused syrups used as a mixer for water, seltzer, and cocktails. This strawberry-lemonade version only takes 4 ingredients to create, and will be the base for the most refreshing mocktails (and more!).

Get the Strawberry-Lemonade Shrub recipe.

2

NOjito!

non alcoholic mojito with limes and mint
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

NO booze, no problem is the name of the game with this NO-jito! This mojito-inspired mocktail is light and refreshing and has all of the flavor and none of the alcohol. You can have as many as you want without worrying about the headache the next day.

Get the NOjito! recipe.

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3

Brazilian Lemonade

brazilian lemonade with a lime garnish
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Don’t get us wrong, a classic lemonade is great, but Brazilian lemonade is extra special. It gives Key lime pie vibes, in the very best way.

Get the Brazilian Lemonade recipe.

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4

Dirty Coconut Coke

coke with coconut creamer and lime
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Milk and Coke?? Don't knock it until you've tried it! If you've been wanting to try the viral dirty sodas, then follow this recipe to make one right at home. For this refreshing drink, we are riding “dirty” with our take on a Dirty Soda where the creaminess from the coconut milk and cream mix effortlessly with lime juice and cola to create this delicious mocktail that welcomes summer on the coldest winter day.

Get the Dirty Coconut Coke recipe.

5

Blackberry Virgin Mojito

blackberry virgin mojito with mint and blackberries
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

This non-alcoholic mojito is still every bit as refreshing with an easy mint simple syrup and fresh blackberries. It makes extra syrup, so you can use it in cold brew or lemonade too!

Get the Blackberry Virgin Mojito recipe.

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6

Porn Star Mock-tini

passionfruit mocktail topped with passionfruit half
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This mocktail has all the flavors of the original porn star martini but none of the hangover. The star flavor of the passion fruit juice adds a tart zippiness that’s balanced lovingly with a warm vanilla simple syrup and a bright bubbly side car of club soda.

Get the Porn Star Mock-tini recipe.

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7

Espresso Mocha Crunch Mocktail

espresso mocha crunch mocktail in a martini glass with a whipped cream and chocolate topping and oreo garnish
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Everyone is espresso martini-crazed these days, but you don’t need to drink alcohol to enjoy this decadent trend. Our espresso mocktail packs a punch with an espresso base, creamy top, and tons of Oreo crunch, with none of the alcohol.

Get the Espresso Mocha Crunch Mocktail recipe.

8

Bee’s Knees Mocktail Spritz

bee's knees mocktail spritz with a lemon twist and sugared rosemary
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

Whether you're practicing dry (or damp) January or not, winter is the perfect time to swap your favorite cocktail for a mocktail. This Bee’s Knees mocktail spritz, inspired by the gin-based classic drink, has lemon, a sweet honey syrup, and is topped off with club soda.

Get the Bee’s Knees Mocktail Spritz recipe.

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9

Blood Orange Mocktail Spritzer

blood orange mocktail with a blood orange slice, mint, and ginger
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This blood orange and ginger spritzer hits all the right notes: a little sweet, a little sour, and a little spiced. Finished off with a bouquet of fresh garnishes, it’s the perfect winter cocktail mocktail to toast with all season long.

Get the Blood Orange Mocktail Spritzer recipe.

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10

Virgin Piña Colada

Virgin Pina Colada - Delish.com
Emily Hlavac Green

Sit back and sip those cares away with a non-alcoholic piña colada that's basically a tropical milkshake. The classic version might be a bit more smoothie or Icee-like in texture, but we are obsessed with this slightly richer and creamier take.

Get the Virgin Piña Colada recipe.

11

Shirley Temple Float

bubbly ginger ale, sweet grenadine, and creamy vanilla ice cream with a maraschino cherry
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

With the Dirty Shirley being the drink of summer 2023, we thought, Why not float-ify it for summer 2024? The result was this foamy, fruit, smooth, and creamy confection that’s 50% drink, 50% dessert, and 100% a sweet tooth satisfier.

Get the Shirley Temple Float recipe.

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12

Touchdown Tea

tea in a glass with a peach slice and mini football garnish
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLIST: BROOKE CAISON

This autumnal iced tea is made with brewed black tea, apple cider, and maple syrup for a cooling drink that holds its own. Serve it for game day to wash down seven-layer dip and pigs in a blanket, or sip it as an afternoon pick-me-up that’s just sweet enough and totally refreshing.

Get the Touchdown Tea recipe.

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13

Grapefruit-Rosemary Mocktail Spritz

grapefruit rosemary mocktail spritz topped with grapefruit slices and rosemary sprigs
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

This easy-to-make, booze-free cocktail hits all the marks. It’s tart, herby, slightly sweet, a little smokey, and definitely an adult mocktail that isn’t too heavy on the fruit juice or sweetener. Serve with some bite-size apps, and get ready to really get the party started.

Get the Grapefruit-Rosemary Mocktail Spritz recipe.

14

Frozen Cherry Coke Slushies

cherry coke blended frozen slushies topped with a lime wedge and maraschino cherry
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

This childhood favorite is peak 7-Eleven nostalgia in the best possible way. Frozen cherries are blended with Coke (both frozen into cubes and straight up) with a splash of lime juice for a surprisingly balanced and totally drinkable frozen drink.

Get the Frozen Cherry Coke Slushies recipe.

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15

Watermelon Agua Fresca

watermelon agua fresca
PHOTO: ANDREA MONZO; FOOD STYLIST: MAKINZE GORE

Part watermelon juice, part limeade, and 100% refreshing, this just might be the drink of the summer. It's slightly sweet, making it a perfect daytime treat or as a mocktail option at a BBQ.

Get the Watermelon Agua Fresca recipe.

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16

Virgin Raspberry Mango Margarita Slushies

raspberry mango margarita slushies delish
Emily Hlavac Green

When it's a real scorcher, refresh with these gorgeous virgin frozen margaritas, made zesty with lots of lime. We love layering raspberry and mango for the sweet-tart tropical flavor, but strawberry and pineapple is a solid combo too.

Get the Virgin Raspberry Mango Margarita Slushies recipe.

17

Italian Soda

italian soda
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM

First introduced in San Francisco in 1925, the original recipe for Italian soda required only flavored syrup and soda water. Soon adding cream became popular, thus creating the version we know and love today. For this recipe, try out your favorite flavors or mix and match!

Get the Italian Soda recipe.

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18

Whipped Lemonade

whipped lemonade
Joel goldberg

Blending your favorite lemonade with some sweetened condensed milk turns it into a creamy frozen drink that's extra special: it's sweet and tart and as refreshing as can be. We'll be skipping milkshakes for these this summer!

Get the Whipped Lemonade recipe.

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19

Shirley Temple

shirley temple
Emily Hlavac Green

Transport back to your childhood with this refreshing classic made of grenadine and lemon-lime soda. Not a Sprite fan? Swap it for a coke (or one their wild new flavors) and make it a Roy Rogers instead.

Get the Shirley Temple recipe.

20

Reset Lemonade

lemonade with honey
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Lemonade is a classic summer bev to cool off with when the weather gets too hot, but did you know it can also be a hot drink to warm your soul in the cold winter months? If you're not feeling your best but aren't in the mood for a hot toddy, then this is the drink you should turn to. With fresh lemon juice, honey for sweetness, and spices like ginger, cloves, and cayenne (trust me here), this non-alcoholic drink will give you the reset you've been needing.

Get the Reset Lemonade recipe.

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