Looking for a delicious way to enjoy drinks without the buzz? Mocktails are having a moment in 2025 – and for good reason. They’re flavorful, easy to make, and perfect for everyone from health-conscious adults to pregnant moms and designated drivers. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, relaxing by the pool, or just looking to mix up something refreshing at home, these 25 best mocktails will elevate your drink game. I’ve personally tested (and sipped!) each of these recipes to make sure they’re not just trendy, but actually worth making. So let’s raise a glass—sans alcohol—to flavor, freshness, and a whole lot of fun!. Also if you like 15 Best Summer Refreshers in the USA [2025 Guide]
1. Cucumber Mint Cooler
Why it’s a hit in 2025: Light, crisp, and perfect for hot days.
Ingredients:
½ cucumber, thinly sliced
6–8 fresh mint leaves
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp honey (optional)
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle cucumber and mint in a glass.
Add lime juice and honey, stir well.
Top with ice and sparkling water.
Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and mint sprig.
2. Tropical Sunset Fizz
Why people love it: It looks as good as it tastes—perfect for Instagram.
Ingredients:
½ cup orange juice
¼ cup pineapple juice
Splash of grenadine
Sparkling water or club soda
Ice
Instructions:
Fill glass with ice, pour in pineapple and orange juice.
Slowly add grenadine (it will sink and create a “sunset”).
Top with sparkling water.
3. Berry Basil Smash
2025 twist: Basil is becoming a mocktail staple this year.
Ingredients:
½ cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
4 fresh basil leaves
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp maple syrup or honey
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle berries and basil.
Add lemon juice and sweetener.
Shake or stir, strain into glass with ice.
Top with sparkling water.
4. Coconut Mojito (Zero-Proof)
Why it works: All the creaminess without the rum.
Ingredients:
½ cup coconut water
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp sugar or agave
Fresh mint leaves
Club soda
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle mint and sugar in a shaker.
Add lime juice, coconut water, and ice. Shake well.
Pour into a glass and top with club soda.
5. Ginger Peach Spritz
Flavor profile: Sweet and spicy with a fizzy finish.
Ingredients:
½ ripe peach, sliced or mashed
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
Juice of ½ lemon
Ginger ale or sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle peach and ginger in a shaker.
Add lemon juice and shake well with ice.
Strain into a glass, top with ginger ale.
6. Lavender Lemonade Sparkler
Perfect for: Garden parties and bridal showers.
Ingredients:
½ cup fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp lavender syrup (store-bought or homemade)
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Combine lemon juice and lavender syrup.
Pour over ice and top with sparkling water.
7. Apple Rosemary Refresher
Ingredients:
½ cup apple juice (fresh-pressed preferred)
1 rosemary sprig
Juice of ½ lime
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle rosemary with lime juice.
Add apple juice and shake with ice.
Strain into a glass, top with sparkling water.
8. Mango Chili Cooler
For the adventurous: A sweet-heat combo that surprises the palate.
Ingredients:
½ cup mango puree
Juice of 1 lime
Pinch of chili powder or tajín
Sparkling water or soda water
Ice
Instructions:
Mix mango puree, lime juice, and chili powder.
Shake with ice and strain.
Top with soda water and garnish with chili-lime rim.
Flavor Punch: Tajín adds the perfect zesty kick.
9. Pomegranate Fizz
Why it’s a crowd-pleaser: Tart, tangy, and stunning in color.
Ingredients:
½ cup pomegranate juice
Juice of ½ orange
Club soda or sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Combine juices, shake with ice.
Pour into a glass and top with soda.
10. Virgin Bloody Mary
For brunch lovers: All the savory depth, none of the booze.
Ingredients:
¾ cup tomato juice
½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
Dash of hot sauce
Pinch of black pepper, celery salt
Juice of ½ lemon
Ice
Celery stick, pickle, or olive for garnish
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
Shake and strain into a tall glass with fresh ice.
Garnish like a pro.
11. Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade
Great for: Summer picnics and brunch parties.
Ingredients:
½ cup fresh blueberries
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tbsp honey or agave
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle blueberries and honey in a shaker.
Add lemon juice and ice, shake well.
Strain into a glass, top with sparkling water
12. Kiwi Lime Refresher
Why it’s trending in 2025: Bright green drinks are big this year!
Ingredients:
1 ripe kiwi, peeled and sliced
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp simple syrup
Sparkling coconut water
Ice
Instructions:
Blend kiwi with lime juice and syrup.
Strain into a glass over ice.
Top with sparkling coconut water.
13. Cranberry Apple Fizz
Fall favorite: Tart meets sweet in the best way.
Ingredients:
½ cup cranberry juice (unsweetened)
½ cup apple cider or juice
Club soda
Ice
Instructions:
Mix cranberry and apple juices.
Pour over ice and top with club soda.
14. Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Crowd-favorite: Refreshing, aromatic, and bright.
Ingredients:
4 fresh strawberries
3 basil leaves
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp maple syrup
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle strawberries and basil with syrup.
Add lemon juice and shake with ice.
Strain into a glass and top with sparkling water
15. Cherry Vanilla Sparkler
Classic combo: A soda shop throwback with a modern twist.
Ingredients:
½ cup tart cherry juice
¼ tsp vanilla extract
Sparkling water or vanilla seltzer
Ice
Instructions:
Mix cherry juice with vanilla.
Pour into ice-filled glass and top with sparkling water.
16. Watermelon Mint Slush
Perfect for hot days: Hydrating and super refreshing.
Ingredients:
1 cup cubed watermelon (frozen)
6 mint leaves
Juice of ½ lime
½ cup coconut water or plain water
Instructions:
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Pour into a chilled glass.
17. Pineapple Ginger Punch
A tropical detox favorite that also aids digestion.
Ingredients:
½ cup pineapple juice
1 tsp fresh grated ginger
Juice of ½ lemon
Sparkling water or ginger ale
Ice
Instructions:
Shake pineapple juice, ginger, and lemon with ice.
Strain and pour into a glass.
Top with sparkling water.
18. Grapefruit Rosemary Sparkler
Bitter-sweet and sophisticated – ideal for dinner parties.
Ingredients:
½ cup fresh grapefruit juice
1 tsp rosemary syrup or fresh rosemary sprig
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Combine juice and rosemary syrup.
Shake with ice, strain, and pour.
Top with sparkling water.
19. Virgin Piña Colada
Creamy, dreamy & tropical – no rum required!
Ingredients:
½ cup pineapple juice
¼ cup coconut milk
¼ cup crushed ice
1 tbsp simple syrup (optional)
Instructions:
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Serve in a hurricane glass with a cherry and pineapple slice.
20. Matcha Mojito
The trendiest green drink of the year! Energizing and earthy.
Ingredients:
½ tsp matcha powder
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp honey or agave
5 mint leaves
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Dissolve matcha in a splash of warm water.
Muddle mint, lime juice, and honey.
Combine all, shake with ice, pour into a glass, top with soda.
21. Peachy Iced Green Tea
Why it’s great: Naturally energizing and packed with antioxidants.
Ingredients:
1 green tea bag
½ fresh peach (sliced)
1 tsp honey or agave
Ice
Lemon wedge (optional)
Instructions:
Brew green tea and let it cool.
In a shaker, muddle peach slices with honey.
Add ice and tea, shake well, and strain into a tall glass.
22. Cucumber Lime Cooler
Ultra-refreshing and low in sugar – great for wellness lovers.
Ingredients:
4 cucumber slices
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp agave syrup
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle cucumber with lime juice and agave.
Shake with ice, strain, and pour over fresh ice.
Top with sparkling water.
23. Apple Cider Mojito (Non-Alcoholic)
Perfect for fall or year-round: Sweet, spiced, and fizzy.
Ingredients:
½ cup apple cider
5 mint leaves
Juice of ½ lime
Club soda
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle mint and lime juice in a glass.
Add ice, apple cider, and top with club soda.
Stir gently and garnish with mint sprig and apple slice.
24. Orange Ginger Sunrise
Vibrant and zesty: A non-alcoholic spin on a tequila sunrise.
Ingredients:
½ cup fresh orange juice
¼ tsp grated ginger
1 tsp grenadine (or pomegranate juice)
Ice
Instructions:
Shake orange juice and ginger with ice.
Pour into glass and slowly add grenadine for a sunrise effect.
25. Lavender Lemon Spritz
Elegant & floral: Ideal for a baby shower or spa night.
Ingredients:
1 tsp dried culinary lavender or lavender syrup
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp honey (if not using syrup)
Sparkling water
Ice
Instructions:
If using dried lavender, steep in warm water and strain.
Combine lavender water/syrup with lemon juice and honey.
Shake with ice and pour into a glass.
Top with sparkling water.
Why Mocktails Are Booming in 2025
Mocktails aren’t just a trend—they’re a lifestyle. People are drinking less alcohol and craving more wellness-focused, inclusive options that don’t sacrifice flavor. In 2025, non-alcoholic mixology is booming thanks to better ingredients, creativity, and a shift toward mindful living.
Benefits of Mocktails:
Hydrating and healthier
Perfect for pregnancy, dry months, and designated drivers
Visually stunning and fun to customize
Low-calorie and easy to batch for parties
Final Thoughts: Sip Smart, Stay Cool
Whether you’re a seasoned mixologist or just someone looking for a healthier alternative to cocktails, these mocktail recipes are sure to refresh and impress in 2025. Try one, try them all, and don’t forget to experiment with your own spin!
👉 Which mocktail are you mixing up first? Let me know in the comments or tag me on Instagram @CoffeetheCanvas with your creations!
- Coffee Twister, Milkshake, Smoothie, Virgin Mojito, and Lemonade are non-alcoholic cold drinks.
I am Sabiq Rasel is an Entrepreneur and broadcaster. I believe that every sip of coffee holds the potential for a moment of inspiration, creativity, and every cup tells a story.
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