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3 ingredient mocktails: Enjoy these simple and refreshing summer drinks, perfect for anyone looking for delicious non-alcoholic options.

Summer is a great time for refreshing drinks. While I love to enjoy a great cocktail time to time, being pregnant or nursing for the last couple years has not made that exactly easy. Luckily, my husband is quite a whizz when it comes to flavor creativity, and he came up with the most delicious mocktails for me to enjoy this summer. Here are four simple 3-ingredient recipes to make some of my favorite mocktails that beat alcoholic drinks all summer long. 

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy to Make: These mocktails do nor require any specialty ingredients. They are made with simple things that are easy to buy or that you already have at home.
• Not overly sweet: Sometimes, cocktails and mocktails can be so high in sugar. These mocktail recipes are not too sweet, and yet delicious. 
• Gorgeous and tasty: Just like cocktails at an upscale bar, you can make these mocktails look beautiful and taste amazing, giving you that same special feeling even without going out
• Gut-loving & Healthy: Several of these recipes contain kombucha, which is great for supporting gut health. Other ingredients such as fresh berries & citrus fruits are great for their immune-boosting properties

Tools

Instructions

#1: Floral Garden

• In a glass combine rose syrup, lavender flowers and 1fl.oz  (30ml) of sparkling water
• As the bubbles agitate the ingredients, gently swirl to combine
• Add ice
• Fill the remainder of the glass with plain sparkling water/club soda. 
• Top with berries, lavender flowers or other edible flowers of choice

#2: Mediterranean Breeze

• Coat rim of a glass with orange juice from an orange slice and coat with salt
• Add basil leaves, a dash of salt, and a squeeze of orange juice to the bottom of a glass
• Agitate ingredients with a pestle 
• Add ice
• Fill the remainder of the glass with Kombucha
• Top with orange slices and basil leaves

#3: Beach Refresh

• Add fresh mint, a dash of sugar, and a squeeze of grapefruit juice to the bottom of a glass
• Agitate ingredients with a pestle 
• Add ice
• Fill the remainder of the glass with plain sparkling water/club soda. 
• Top with a grapefruit slice and fresh mint. 

#4: Lemonade Twist

• Add fresh thyme spring, a dash of plain sparkling water/club soda, and a squeeze of lemon juice to the bottom of a glass
• As the bubbles agitate the ingredients, gently swirl to combine
• Fill the remainder of the glass with Kombucha
• Top with a lemon slice

FAQ

Tips

1. Choose Quality Ingredients:

Use fresh juices like lime juice or orange juice for the best flavor. Freshly squeezed is always a good choice.

2. Balance Sweetness and Tartness:

Adjust the ratio of ingredients like simple syrup and lime juice to achieve the perfect balance for your taste buds.

3. Use a Cocktail Shaker:

A cocktail shaker helps mix the ingredients thoroughly and can chill the drink without diluting it too much.

4. Add Fresh Garnishes:

Enhance the presentation and flavor with garnishes like a lime wedge, mint leaves, or a sprig of mint.

5. Chill Your Ingredients:

Use ice cubes or chill your juices and soda water beforehand to keep your mocktails refreshingly cold.

6. Experiment with Sweeteners:

Try using different sweeteners like maple syrup or agave nectar instead of simple syrup for a unique twist.

7. Use Sparkling Water:

Plain sparkling water, soda water, or tonic water adds a bubbly element to your mocktails, making them more refreshing.

8. Play with Flavors:

Combine various fruit juices like pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and grapefruit juice to create your favorite mocktail recipes.

9. Consider Non-Soda Alternatives:

For a different take, use coconut milk, ginger ale, or prebiotic soda as the base for your mocktails.

10. Keep it Simple:

Stick to simple recipes with only three ingredients to ensure the flavors are clean and well-defined.

11. Use Fresh Citrus:

A squeeze of fresh citrus, like lemon juice or lime juice, can brighten up your mocktail and add a tangy kick.

12. Experiment with Herbs:

Fresh herbs like mint leaves, lavender flowers or basil leaves can add a refreshing and aromatic element to your drinks.

13. Use the Right Glassware:

Serve your mocktails in appropriate glassware, such as a tall glass for a refreshing summer drink or a cocktail glass for a more elegant presentation.

14. Enhance with Ice:

Use ice cubes or even crushed ice to keep your mocktail cold and refreshing. An ice water bath can help chill your glassware quickly.

15. Garnish Creatively:

Add a cinnamon stick, maraschino cherries, or a lime wedge on the rim of the glass for added visual appeal and flavor.

16. Consider the Occasion:

Customize your mocktails for special occasions by adding festive elements or using seasonal ingredients.

Storage

These mocktails are best consumed right away.