Top 10 Mocktail Recipes To Make Your Parties Shine this Summer

Here’s the ideal scenario you might want for your next party: the one where everyone finds their favourite fix. Mocktails, the vibrant and alcohol-free cousins of cocktails, are the secret to doing so and making your gatherings unforgettable. From tangy citrus blends to exotic fruit slushies, the world of mocktails is bursting with flavours. 

If you want to try making some on your own then you have come at the right place. We have made sure that the recipes are simple and easy to follow.  Making use of ingredients you may easily find in your kitchen any day of the week. These recipes can bring a unique twist to your summer festivities. Wondering what are those top 10 mocktail names we are featuring today? Read on to know more.  

Dust your chef hat off and get ready to make summer mocktails!

10 Best Summer Mocktail Drinks

1. Grapefruit Coconut Freeze

Kick off your summer the right way with the grapefruit coconut freeze. This mocktail tries (and succeeds) to imbibe the citrusy delight of grapefruit and the refreshing balance of coconut water with an herbal twist of rosemary. 

Recipe: Combine water, jaggery and a few rosemary twigs to create a rosemary syrup. Once cooled, add about a tablespoon of the same to a glass and pour in coconut water and grapefruit syrup. Give it a mix before adding in the ice and topping it up with a little sparkling water for fizz. Your first refreshing summer mocktail is ready!

Ingredients: rosemary simple syrup, grapefruit syrup, coconut water, sparkling water and ice.

2. Tropical Daiquiri

It is mango season for a reason. This blend will tantalise your taste buds. Combining the sweetness of the good old mango with the tart of fresh strawberries will add a zing to your party. It is truly a flavour adventure and a must-try. 

Recipe: For this drink, you will want to create two slushy mixes for an elegant presentation. To do so, get two blenders. To one of them, add strawberries and lime juice with ice and give it a good whirl. Set it aside. In the other blender, add chilled Mango juice, mango cubes, lime juice and ice. While serving, simply add one part of the mango and strawberry mix to a tall glass. 

Ingredients: mango juice, mango cubes, strawberry, lime juice and ice cubes

3. Watermelon Splash

Nothing says hydrating quite like a glass of watermelon juice. It's vibrant, it's refreshing, and it’s fizzy. For adults and kids alike, no one will want to miss out on this ultimate summer cooler mocktail. 

Recipe: Cut some watermelon into chunks. Take a few in a tall glass and muddle with mint and lime juice. Add in a few smaller chunks in the glass, and top it off with some soda water and ice. You can opt to add some honey to match your palette. Garnish with some mint leaves.

Ingredients: watermelon, soda water, lime juice, mint, ice and honey (optional).

4. Peru Pyala

Do you want to one-up the spice game? Then this Peru pyala is for you. The clever medley of guava juice, tabasco, lemon juice and ginger ale is nothing like you’ve ever had before. This refreshing summer mocktail recipe will be a hit at your next party. 

Recipe: All you need to do is blend some Guava Juice, ginger ale, lime juice, a deseeded green chilli, and about half a teaspoon of Tabasco. Once done, pour it over some ice with a sprinkle of salt. 

Ingredients: guava juice, ginger ale, tabasco, lemon juice, green chilli and salt.

5. Strawberry-Cucumber Medley

If you prefer a much more subtle taste to your drinks, this strawberry-cucumber medley might be right up your alley. The sweetness of berry balances perfectly with the coolness of cucumber, allowing for a much smoother sip in the middle of summer. 

Recipe: Muddle some strawberries and cucumber slices together. Mix in just a hint of honey with some lemon soda. Pour this over ice, and garnish with a cucumber slice. 

Ingredients: strawberries, cucumber slices, honey, lemon soda and ice.

6. Aam Panna

Take the traditional route with this Aam Panna mocktail. It is a refreshing, sour drink that gets a smoky twist in this recipe, ensuring that your guests will ask for seconds. 

Recipe: Roast a few raw mangos over an open flame till the pulp softens while the skin of the mango is completely charred. Once cooled, extract the pulp in a blender, add spices to the mixture, and give it a thorough blend. These spices can change based on your preferences, but commonly, they include black salt, mint, cumin powder, sugar and black pepper. While serving, add a tablespoon or two of the syrup to cold or sparkling water, and your Aam Panna mocktail is ready!

Ingredients: raw mangoes, mint, black salt, black pepper, cumin powder, sugar and water.

7. Kiwi Slush

Craving something tart to serve your guests? Kiwi Slush is here to help! The drink is frosty and minty, earning its place amongst other summer cooler mocktails. 

Recipe: There are two ways to do this: muddle or blend. Using the blender will give you the perfect slushy consistency. Simply add a handful of mint leaves and ice to your blender, to which add a Kiwi and a splash of lemon soda. Give it a good mix and serve immediately. 

Ingredients: Kiwi fruit, mint leaves, lemon soda and ice cubes. 

8. Lemon-Ginger Hit

What is summer without a lemon mocktail? Ditch the basic routine for this zesty combo of lemon and ginger. You simply cannot go wrong with this for your afternoon soirees. 

Recipe: In a shaker, add some water, lemon juice, honey and finely grated ginger, along with some ice cubes. Give it a good mix until the drink chills. Pour over a thin martini glass for an element of glamour, and garnish with an olive. 

Ingredients: water, lemon juice, honey, and ginger. 

9. Berry Lime Slushy

Every berry lover's dream, the vibrant slushy, deserves a seat at your party. It is simple and an absolute treat for the tastebuds. 

Recipe: Simply blend frozen strawberries and raspberries. Add in some honey, lime juice and ice; give it another mix until it runs smooth. Serve the slushy immediately, before the ice melts! 

Ingredients: frozen strawberries, frozen raspberries, lime juice, honey and ice.

10. Iced Cherry

While it is relatively one of the easiest of all the above, the drink is delicious, no doubt about it. It is sweet, chilled, sour, and sporting a bubbly soda finish; it's a guaranteed party favourite.

Recipe: To a jar, add a few cups of Litchi Juice, along with some sour cherry crush and lemon juice (optional). Blend with some ice cubes. Serve chilled over soda and shaves of ice.

Ingredients: Litchi juice, sour cherry crush, soda, and ice. 

This season, let your parties sparkle with these summer mocktails drinks. Each drink is designed to refresh and impress, making sure there is something unique for everyone. Experiment with these top 10 mocktails to find your ultimates. A great mocktail is not just a drink; it's a conversation starter, a refreshing break, and a taste of the season in a glass. Here’s to a vibrant and delightful summer!

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