As we look to the new year, many individuals are eager to take a short break from drinking after the over-indulgent holiday season. If you are participating in Dry (or Damp) January but still would like to enjoy a fun libation, here are some mocktail recipes that are easy and delicious alternatives to alcohol. They are great for January and all year long.
Rosemary Blueberry Fizz
- 1/4 cup of blueberries
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp of honey
- 1/2 oz of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 oz of club soda
- 2 oz of mineral water
In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blueberries, rosemary, honey, and lemon juice until the blueberries have released their juices. Add ice to the shaker and shake until well combined. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. Pour in the club soda and mineral water, and gently stir to combine. Garnish with additional blueberries and a sprig of rosemary, if desired.
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Sparkling Lemon Rasp
- 1 oz of Raspberry mix
- 1 oz of Lemonade mix
- 6 oz of Non- Alcoholic beer
- Raspberry and mint Leaves
Add raspberry mix and lemonade mix into a shaker, then shake for five to eight seconds. Top off with the non-alcoholic beer and garnish with raspberries and mint leaves.
Eastside Garden
- 2 oz of Seedlip Garden non-alcoholic spirit
- 1 oz of fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz of simple syrup
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 3 cucumber slices
- 5 basil leaves
Pour all ingredients into a mixing glass, add ice cubes, and shake well. Strain, pour into a coupette glass, and garnish with two basil leaves.
Virgin Cucumber Gimlet
- 1.5 oz of club soda
- 4-5 slices of muddled cucumber
- 1 oz of fresh lime juice
- 1 oz of simple syrup
Add cucumber and simple syrup into a cocktail shaker (or mason jar). Muddle the two ingredients together to mash the cucumber. Add lime juice to the shaker. Cover and shake vigorously, until frothy. Pour over ice and top with club soda.