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Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
Whether you're purposefully skipping the booze or just looking for something refreshing to sip while reading on the porch, it's helpful to have a handful of non-alcoholic and mocktail drink options that don't taste like you're drinking from a juice box. It's not that we don't love fruity flavor; you'll be hard pressed to find a scenario where we'd turn down a fresh, fruit-infused sipper. But a sophisticated mix of flavor is what transforms an everyday drink into a real treat, and these recipes are the proof.
It doesn't have to be 5 o'clock somewhere for a booze-free beverage. These easy, non-alcoholic drinks to make at home can transform any weeknight into something special—no liquor required. From creative mocktails to new twists on your classic sweet tea, this collection of cool, non-alcoholic drinks is sure to quench anyone's thirst. Prepare a pitcher full for your backyard barbecue or a single serving for an afternoon treat. One sip in, and you won't be missing the booze one bit.
Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch
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Greg Dupree; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely; Food Stylist: Melissa Gray
Sweet tea, fresh blackberry juice, ginger beer, and lime juice come together to create this vibrant drink. If serving for a party, save time the day of hosting by making the fruit juice a day ahead of time. Just keep it refrigerated until ready to mix with the remaining ingredients.
Non-Alcoholic Margarita Mocktail
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel
No one will be missing out on happy hour when you serve these margaritas. Mix together freshly squeezed orange and lime juice with limeade, then top with sparkling water. All you have left to do is decide–sugar or salt rim?
Peach Lemonade
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Beat the summer heat by taking a pitcher of classic lemonade to the next level with fresh peaches.
Pineapple Mocktail
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Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
Transport yourself to a tropical vacation with this easy and elevated pineapple mocktail that only requires a few ingredients to pull together.
Strawberry Spritzers
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Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Mary Clayton Carl
Once you make the five-ingredient strawberry shrub this spritz calls for, it will last for up to three months in the refrigerator.
Rosemary-and-Ginger Mule
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No one should have to miss out on a mule, especially around the holidays. This drink has all the flavors of a Moscow mule with none of the alcohol.
Shirley Temple Drink
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Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke
We'll never tire of this nostalgic classic that transports us straight back to our childhood days. Lemon-lime soda, grenadine, fresh lime juice, and cherries to garnish strike the prefect balance of fizzy and sweet.
Ginger-Orange Mocktails
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This citrus flavored mocktail is a go-to with or without alcohol. Perfect for backyard parties and porch sitting alike, you're sure to be refreshed after just a few sips.
Strawberry Agua Fresca
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Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Rebecca Cummins
Stay hydrated with this simple and vibrant beverage that gets its bright color and fresh flavor from a simple homemade strawberry mash.
Lemonade Iced Tea
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Why pick one refreshing summertime sipper when you can combine two? You'll want to serve this crowd-favorite for all your backyard barbecues from now on.
Cherry Limeade
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Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
If you love Sonic's cherry limeade, you'll be head over heals for this homemade version that is the perfect balance of tart and sweet.
Watermelon-Basil Sweet Tea
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Give your sweet tea a seasonal twist and lean into summer with this rendition of the traditional Southern beverage. A pitcher of this basil-and-watermelon-laden beverage is sure to hit the spot—with or without alcohol.
Black-Eyed Susan Slushie
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Victor Protasio; Food Stying: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis
As the official cocktail of Maryland's Preakness Stakes, a Black-Eyed Susan cocktail is delicious with or without bourbon. Our slushie version calls for pineapple and citrus juices, ginger ale, and plenty of fun garnishes.
Roy Rogers Drink
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Jessica Furniss
This simple refreshment that has been served as a non-alcoholic alternative since the 1940s only requires three ingredients—cola, grenadine, and maraschino cherries to garnish.
Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Both tangy and sweet, this fruit-infused frozen drink is always a welcomed party guest. Make this frozen treat feel extra special by keeping your glasses chilled until you're ready to pour.
Tennessee Fruit Tea
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Infuse chilled black tea with a homemade pineapple simple syrup and lime juice for a burst of tropical flavor. Serve batch-style with fruit and citrus wedges to garnish.
Frozen Raspberry Lemonade
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Great for kids and adults alike, this non-alcoholic drink is especially delicious in summer when raspberries are at their sweetest and most juicy.
Strawberry Lemonade
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Give the traditionally yellow refreshment a pink hue with homemade syrup made from fresh strawberries. Don't worry, the syrup comes together in just 10 minutes.
Classic Sweet Tea
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Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Any Southern host knows you should always have a pitcher of sweet tea on hand whether you're expecting company or not. The trick to our version is a touch of baking soda to make it extra clear.
Easter Brunch Punch
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Give store-bought strawberry lemonade a little extra love with a three-ingredient house-made rhubarb syrup.
Minty Lemonade Iced Tea
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Lemonade and fresh mint leaves provide a flavorful fruit twist to this classic summer drink.
Frozen Blueberry Lemonade
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This icy sipper is a delicious way to combine the sweet-tart flavors of lemonade and blueberry. We call for frozen blueberries, but you can use fresh, too.
Homemade Lemonade
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
It's hard not to reminisce on childhood days when enjoying this perfectly tart and sweet cold drink. Adults and kids alike will be coming back for a second glass.
4th of July Firecracker Punch
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While this family-friendly recipe feels extra festive for the Fourth of July, you can make it for picnics and potlucks all summer long. Freeze-dried strawberries and raspberries are blended to create a berry powder which gives the drink its vibrant hue.
Cranberry-Apple Cider
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We always love something that can be made ahead of time and this cider checks the box. You can prepare it and store in the fridge for three days before serving.
Sparkling Punch
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The perfect shade of pink for showers and ladies lunches, this sweet-tart punch features pink lemonade for a festive perk-me-up.
Vanilla-Rosemary Lemonade
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The key here is freshly squeezed lemon juice, but in a pinch frozen lemon juice, thawed, can be substituted.
Sparkling Cherry Limeade
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Iain Bagwell; Prop Styling: Annette Joseph; Food Styling: Cynthia Groseclose
Garnished with a festive Maraschino cherry, these cool drinks are a childhood favorite adults don't have to be ashamed to say they adore.
Orange Sherbet Punch
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Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
We'll always have an extra cup of punch when it's made with sherbet. Garnish this centerpiece-worthy recipe with fresh citrus slices and mint for a true party in a bowl.
Lemon Mint Sparklers
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To keep things hassle-free, make the lemon-mint syrup a week ahead, keeping it refrigerated. Mix just before serving with chilled club soda to ensure the drink is nice and fizzy.