There are a few non-alcoholic drinks that any bartender should try. If you spend a lot of time at your home bar, you’re probably looking for new cocktail recipes to impress your friends. Why not try something without alcohol? It could be a nice surprise for your guests, especially if they have kids. Non-alcoholic cocktails can be just as delicious as traditional drinks. Use your creativity to prepare these great cocktail recipes:
Chai Blossom
This summer cocktail has a refreshing taste that will tantalize your senses. It’s made with fresh lime juice, sugar, club soda, and ice. Since it has only 70 calories per serving, it’s ideal for dieters.
Virgin Margarita
If you love classic margarita, you’ll enjoy its alcohol free version too. This flavorful beverage contains freshly squeezed lime, orange, and lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice. Mix all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and then pour into a glass. Garnish with lime wedges.
Shirley Temple
Shirley Temple probably is one of the most popular non-alcoholic cocktails out there. For this drink, you need freshly squeezed lime and lemon juice, grenadine, club soda, ice, and maraschino cherries. Even though you can use store-bought ingredients, it’s recommended to prepare this cocktail with fresh juice.
Strawberry Rouge
If you’re looking for a sophisticated drink with no alcohol, the Strawberry Rouge is a great choice. This cocktail not only looks amazing, but also has a great taste. It is made with strawberries, lime and pineapple juice, basil leaves, aged balsamic vinegar, club soda, sugar or honey, and ice. You can use calorie-free sweetener instead of sugar. Serve the drink in chilled martini glasses and garnish with a few basil leaves.
Cranberry Sparkler
This festive holiday drink looks simply delicious! It’s easy to prepare and has a sweet taste that kids love. The main ingredients are sparkling water, cranberry juice, blackberry puree, and mint for garnish.
Bloody Virgin Bull
Do you love Bloody Marry? Have you ever tried this popular cocktail? Its non-alcoholic version is made with Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, tomato juice, beef bouillon, salt, and pepper. Pour lemon juice, tomato juice, and bouillon over ice in a glass. Add salt, pepper, and sauces. Enjoy!
Tuscan Fresco
Many bartenders treat alcohol free cocktails like vegetarian dishes: they simply prepare a drink from the regular menu without using alcohol. Tuscan Fresco is an original non-alcoholic cocktail that will delight your taste buds. It’s made with peach nectar, fresh lemon juice, white cranberry juice, simple syrup, club soda, and rosemary springs. This sophisticated drink will make a lasting impression on your guests.