Delicious Luxurious Mocktails: 2 Quick & Easy Recipes

You may remember that years ago I used to share recipes of dishes that I tried using new vegetables. This year, I haven’t felt like drinking alcohol at all. I feel that it gets boring really quickly and I want to be able to be present without a blurry mind. As much as I love drinking water, I wanted to add a little razzle dazzle in my glass every once in a while. In short, this is where mocktails come into play.

A couple of years ago, I bought myself a cocktail making set as a gift to push myself to be more creative in the kitchen. A month and a half, I pulled out making mocktails from my solo dates jar and decided to have mocktails night at my place using this cocktail set. In fact, it became a mocktail weekend as I didn’t want it to end! Today I’m sharing two mocktail recipes: one with Blue Curaçao and one with frozen cherries.

Firstly, Blue Curaçao mocktails are refreshing and delicious. They are quick and easy to make as the weather gets warmer. They are perfect for your next outdoor gathering with friends. Secondly, the Cherry Limeade mocktails are simply luxurious once you elevate the experience with frozen cherries. The finish was so, so refreshing that I was lucky to have made a second serving to experience it again. Whether you are having a summer party or need a new recipe to sip on without a drop of alcohol, you’ll love this one.

Why Mocktails?

From my perspective, I believe that mocktails have become more popular in the last few years because more people are prioritising their health and wellness. Recently, mocktails offer a way of being inclusive especially for those who choose not to drink alcohol for personal or religious reasons. Before, mocktails did not have the same mixology preparation and passion as cocktails. They were bland. For example, orange juice with sparkling water. Now, there is a wide variety of flavours, ingredients, and garnishes to choose from. It makes experimentation of the flavours and ingredients fun for not only bartenders, but also people who do them at home. I know that I had a lot of fun making them and already have some recipes ready for the holiday season. It is fun and delicious alternative to traditional cocktails that is inclusive in all social settings.

Price of Mocktails

With the rise of mixology preparation, passion and quality ingredients, the prices of mocktails are much higher than what they used to be. A lot of restaurants and bar managers are putting intentionality and care behind crafting new drinks. In the past when mocktails weren’t intentional, the prices would be the same as a glass juice. Now, the prices are slightly similar to a traditional cocktail but lower.

When I was planning for mocktails night at home, it became an immersive experience for me. From researching the type of glasses I would use, to the vibrant ingredients and visually delightful garnishes. It made preparing for the activity more captivating! I feel that they add a little touch of elegance.

Blue Curaçao Mocktail Recipe

What Do You Need to Make Blue Curaçao Mocktails

Here is what you need to make Blue Curaçao Mocktails:

• A cocktail shaker and a stirrer spoon
• Hurricane glass or whatever glass you have available
• Ice cubes for shaker and glass
• 3 tablespoons of pineapple juice
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 tablespoon of Blue Curaçao syrup
• 1 bottle of Schweppes bitter lemon or tonic
• 1 pineapple wedge for garnish

How To Make Blue Curaçao Mocktails Recipe

To make this blue Curaçao Mocktail, start by adding the pineapple juice, honey, and blue Curaçao syrup to the cocktail shaker filled with ice. Next, shake until the contents are mixed and well-chilled. Add ice to your glass. Then, strain the blue mocktail mixture over the ice and pour the Schweppes bitter lemon or tonic over it until it fills up the glass. Stir the blue Curaçao mocktail gently to blend the ingredients. Lastly, to make it look pretty, add a pineapple wedge to the glass and a straw to the glass.

Overall, this was such a fun recipe to make! I made it two times over that weekend to play around with the sweetness as it can get too sweet if you don’t pay attention to the quantity of the ingredients. Check out my Pinterest Idea Pin for a visual representation of how to make this drink.

Cherry Limeade Mocktail Recipe

What Do You Need to Make Cherry Limeade Mocktails

Here is what you need to make Cherry Limeade Mocktails:

• A cocktail shaker and a muddle
• A glass
• A zester
• 1 lime, juice and zest
• A pinch of salt
• 1 bottle of Schweppes bitter lemon (or sparkling water)
• 100g of frozen cherries (thawed out)
• Ice cubes for the glass
• 1 fresh cherry for garnish

How To Make Cherry Limeade Mocktails Recipe

To make this cherry limeade mocktail, first zest the lime and combine with salt. Then, rim the glass with lime zest and put to one side. Next, add the thawed out frozen cherries, lime juice and salt in a shaker and muddle them. Once muddled to your preferred consistency, pour the cherry lime mixture into your glass. Then, add a couple of ice cubes on top. Next, top it up with some Schweppes bitter lemon to fill up the glass. Lastly, add a fresh cherry for garnish.

In sum, I was not expecting how good this drink would taste. I tried to savour it for as long as I could but it was too good! Check out my Instagram reel for a visual representation of how to make this drink.

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Making mocktails has been one of my favourite at-home solo date activities this year. I’m already searching for some Christmas themed mocktails, which may have the potential to becoming a tradition for me. I hope that this post has inspired you with some recipes to try out this season. Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button to join the community and never miss out on a post. Find me on Instagram, Pinterest and TikTok for more powerlifting and wellness content.

Until next time,

Folakemi