Top 5 Favorite Mocktail Recipes
As each new year begins, many people around the world embrace the opportunity to set fresh intentions. Whether it’s joining a gym, improving eating habits, or making more mindful lifestyle choices, January often serves as a natural reset point. One growing tradition is “Dry January,” where individuals take a break from alcohol to focus on their health and well-being.
When I first began my healing journey from an autoimmune condition a few years ago, removing alcohol became a key part of the process. Even after regaining my health, I found that I felt so much better without it that I chose to continue. Realistically, alcohol isn’t exactly a health food. While I occasionally enjoy a drink, I now usually lean toward alcohol-free alternatives—especially when they’re just as enjoyable.
What makes drinking fun for me is often the glassware and presentation. You can make almost any beverage feel festive just by serving it creatively. Try pouring kombucha into a wine glass and adding a sprig of mint—it instantly feels like a celebration, without the alcohol.
Here are a few ingredients and tools I regularly use to craft refreshing mocktails:
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Mortar and pestle
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Fresh mint and rosemary
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Ginger and lavender extracts
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Kombucha*
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Silicone ice cube trays
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Unique and stylish drinkware
*Note: I love using kombucha to add a fizzy texture and boost the drink with probiotics and B vitamins. If kombucha isn’t your thing, club soda or tonic water are great substitutes.
Here are some of my favorite refreshing and healthy mocktail recipes—perfect for any time you want something delicious without the alcohol:
Orange Delight
A bright, citrusy drink with a smooth finish.
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Juice of one blood orange (or regular orange)
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1/4 cup coconut water
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1/4 cup plain kombucha
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1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Ginger Fizz
Light, zingy, and energizing with a hint of sweetness.
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1/2 cup plain kombucha
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1/2 cup coconut water
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10–12 drops of ginger extract
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A squeeze of fresh lemon juice
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2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Pomegranate Ginger
A rich, antioxidant-packed drink with a spicy edge.
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4 oz pomegranate juice
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2 oz plain kombucha
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10–12 drops of ginger extract
Rosemary Grapefruit
Herbal and citrusy—a perfect balance of fresh and fragrant.
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Juice of one grapefruit
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Splash of plain kombucha
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1 tbsp maple syrup
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A few rosemary leaves, gently muddled
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Garnish: grapefruit slice and rosemary sprig
Pineapple Passion
Tropical and revitalizing, with a minty twist.
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1/2 cup pineapple juice
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1/2 cup coconut water
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A few mint leaves, muddled
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Splash of plain kombucha
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Garnish: fresh mint sprig
Bonus Recipes
Here are a couple more mocktail favorites that are just as refreshing and easy to make:
Lemon Lavender Love
Delicate, calming, and beautifully balanced.
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3/4 cup coconut water
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Juice of 1 lemon
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A few drops of lavender extract
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1 tbsp maple syrup
Strawberry Mojito
A fruity, minty blend with a vibrant summer feel.
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1 cup frozen strawberries
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1/2 cup water
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1/4 cup coconut water
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp maple syrup
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A few mint sprigs
Combine all ingredients in a blender. Add ice for a frostier texture if desired. Blend and enjoy!
And there you have it—some of my go-to mocktail recipes! Whether you’re embracing a sober-curious lifestyle or simply looking for healthier, alcohol-free alternatives, these drinks are a great way to refresh and treat yourself. Even if you still enjoy alcohol occasionally, exploring mocktails might just shift your perspective and expand your palate in delightful ways.
