Summer Mocktails To Try This Year
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Cool of with these 20 summer mocktail recipes! These delicious non-alcoholic summer drinks will help you beat the heat in style.
No season lends itself better to mocktails than the SUMMER season!
Summer mocktails are THE BEST mocktails. Whether you’re sipping from a frosty glass at a pool party, clinking glasses at summer BBQ or enjoying something fresh for an outdoor movie night, it seems like there’s always an occasion for a good drink in the warm weather of these long summer days!
And since these easy mocktail recipes don’t contain any alcohol (mocktails = non-alcoholic cocktails), they’re perfect to enjoy with the whole family! (Kids, grown-ups, pregnant friends, and more!)
These easy summer drink recipes are made with simple ingredients, here to deliver on flavor and freshness without a lot of fuss! Grab a glass, and let’s get to the recipes!
What Flavors Are In Season In The Summer?
Thankfully, there are ALL KINDS of delicious fresh fruits in season during the summer, thanks to the warmer weather. It makes mixing up a summer mocktail SUPER easy, since there are so many delicious ingredients at their peak. Here are a few to keep in mind as you’re mixing drinks:
- Fresh Berries – Fresh Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries, and more!
- Stone Fruits – Peaches, Nectarines, Plums, Pluots, and Apricots
- Watermelon
- Other melons, like honeydew and cantaloupe
- Fresh Mint Leaves
- Fresh Basil
- Pineapple
- Coconut
- Cherries – Red, sweet, tart, and Rainier!
- Mango
- Figs
- Grapes
- Limes
Then, of course, you can mix and match with other year-round options like orange juice, sodas, simple syrup or flavored simple syrup, sparkling water, soda water, club soda, and more. So let’s get to it and jump into summer mocktail recipes to try this year!
20 Summer Mocktail Recipes To Try This Year
Now for the recipes! From fruity mocktails to virgin twists on classic cocktails, these non-alcoholic summer drinks add bright color, fresh flavor, and a sunny twist of fun to any summer occasion:
Easy Grapefruit Mocktail (Virgin Paloma)
This non-alcoholic twist on a paloma is the perfect blend of citrus and sparkle. You’ll love the bright flavor of this refreshing drink!
Virgin Blue Hawaiian Mocktail
This refreshing blue mocktail has notes of citrus, pineapple, and coconut, for a delicious tropical flavor you’ll LOVE. (It’s kind of like a piña colada with a twist!)
Guava Mocktail
This fresh guava mocktail recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. It’s the perfect drink to serve with tacos, Tex-Mex, or on a hot night!
Classic Homemade Lemonade
This easy homemade lemonade recipe tastes like summertime and childhood! It’s a bright, refreshing summer drink that’s perfect on a hot day.
Homemade Cherry Limeade
Make your own cherry limeade from scratch with fresh cherries and limes. You won’t believe the flavor–it’s the most refreshing drink for a summer day!
Sweet Sunrise Mocktail (Virgin Sunrise)
This colorful virgin sunrise drink is as gorgeous as it is refreshing! It’s the perfect sweet drink to sip for a special occasion. (Non-alcoholic)
Watermelon Agua Fresca (Agua De Sandia)
This fresh watermelon water (agua de sandia) is so refreshing on a hot day or paired with all your Mexican & Tex-Mex favorites.
Blue Lagoon Mocktail
This easy mocktail recipe gets its bright blue color and refreshing flavor from fresh lemonade, blue curaçao syrup, and more. It’s a delightful tropical mocktail recipe to beat the heat!
Classic Shirley Temple Drink
Learn how to make a classic Shirley Temple mocktail with this easy recipe. It’s kid-friendly, non-alcoholic, and fun to make!
Virgin Mint Julep Mocktail (Disneyland Style!)
Craving a non-alcoholic mint julep for Derby day? We’ve got you covered with our easy Disneyland-style mint julep mocktail recipe!
Citrus Orange Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)
This bright, crisp orange juice mocktail is the perfect refreshing drink to add to your next holiday or special occasion. (Don’t miss our ginger-mint simple syrup!)
Cucumber Cooler (Cucumber Agua Fresca)
Aguas frescas are a great option if you’re on the hunt for healthy mocktails! This refreshing summer drink has notes of citrus, cuumber, and mint, making it the perfect cooling drink for a hot day!
Blackberry Limeade
With the perfect balance of sweet and tart, our homemade Blackberry Limeade recipe is the perfect drink to cool off with on a hot summer day. You only need 5 ingredients to get started!
Mint Limeade (Virgin Mojitos)
This homemade limeade is kissed with fresh mint & tastes like a virgin mojito. It’s the perfect non-alcoholic drink for a celebration!
Strawberry Basil Lemonade
This homemade strawberry lemonade recipe tastes incredible thanks to a few secret ingredients. It’s better than restaurant lemonade and the perfect refreshing drink for hot days!
Moscow Mule Mocktail
This ginger beer mocktail is made with fresh, vibrant flavors you’ll love. It’s sweet, spicy, and so refreshing–the perfect party drink!
Easy Non-Alcoholic Sangria
This sangria mocktail is the perfect beverage for a summer party, ladies’ night, or family-friendly get-together. Don’t miss all the great ways to mix things up below!
Easy Peach Lemonade (With Fresh Peaches!)
This homemade peach lemonade recipe is made with fresh (or frozen!) peaches and lemon juice to make a light, refreshing summer drink you won’t want to miss.
Roy Rogers Drink
This famous mocktail recipe is made with just 2-3 ingredients and makes a fun addition to parties and celebrations.
Easy Raspberry Lemonade
This easy 4-ingredient raspberry lemonade recipe is a perfect pink drink for any celebration! Don’t miss our favorite variations in the notes below.
Coconut Pineapple Refresher Mocktail
Made with fresh pineapple, creamy coconut & a kiss of lime, this easy pineapple refresher mocktail recipe is a perfect drink to cool off with!
Blueberry Lemonade
Bright, beautiful, and majorly refreshing, this 5-ingredient blueberry lemonade is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day!
FAQ + Tips And Tricks For The Best Summer Drinks
What Are Good Non-Alcoholic Drinks To Bring To A Party?
A pitcher of Non-Alcoholic Sangria or Peach Lemonade is a great option since these refreshing summer drinks are already scaled for a crowd. Or, you can make a batch of our 3-Ingredient Homemade Grenadine and pick up some Coke & Ginger Ale to let people mix up Shirley Temples & Roy Rogers. They’re always a big hit!
Go Heavy On Ice Cubes!
A cold drink is a perfect way to cool off, but (especially in summer weather), it’s easy for your drinks to heat up quickly. Make sure you have plenty of ice on hand! We love larger ice so it melts slower, but there are all kinds of fun ice trays out there these days, from ball ice to luxury cubes! More ice makes it easier to beat that summer heat!
Don’t Forget Garnish!
One last tip is that even the smallest garnish instantly elevates a drink. Whether it’s fresh fruit, fresh herbs, cucumber slices, or a fun straw or cocktail umbrellas, think about presentation. A little goes a long way!
Try a sprig of fresh mint, lime wedges, lemon wheel, orange slices, pineapple wedge, a bit of citrus zest or some fresh berries. For me, the best way to garnish a drink is to play up the flavors in the drink. (i.e. garnish a lime drink with lime slices, add fresh strawberries to a strawberry mocktail, etc.)
You’ll be amazed at how even adding some mint leaves or a few pieces of fresh summer fruit makes you feel like a food stylist!
Did I miss any of your favorite summer drinks? Have a recipe request? Shout them out in the comments below! I’m always looking for new recipes to add to my rotation.
