10 Refreshing Summer Mocktails to Sip by the Pool
Summer is here! And what better way to beat the heat than with a delicious and refreshing mocktail by the pool. Here are 10 of our favorite mocktails to try this summer:
1. Watermelon Basil Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of chopped watermelon
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup basil leaves
- 1 1/2 cups sparkling water
Directions:
- Blend watermelon, honey, lime juice, and basil in a blender until smooth.
- Divide mixture into glasses and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with more basil leaves and a slice of watermelon.
2. Pineapple Mango Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup mango juice
- 1/4 cup coconut cream
- 1 cup sparkling water
Directions:
- Mix pineapple juice and mango juice in a pitcher.
- Slowly stir in coconut cream until well combined.
- Add sparkling water and stir gently.
- Pour into glasses filled with ice and garnish with a slice of pineapple or mango.
3. Strawberry Lemonade Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cups sparkling water
Directions:
- Blend strawberries, lemon juice, and honey in a blender until smooth.
- Add sparkling water and stir.
- Pour the mixture into glasses filled with ice and garnish with a strawberry.
4. Blueberry Basil Lemonade
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup basil leaves
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups sparkling water
Directions:
- Muddle blueberries, honey, and basil leaves in a glass.
- Add lemon juice and stir.
- Pour mixture into glasses filled with ice and top with sparkling water.
5. Mango Mojito Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 lime, sliced
- 1/4 cup mango juice
- 2 cups sparkling water
Directions:
- Muddle mint leaves and lime in a glass.
- Add mango juice and stir.
- Pour mixture into glasses filled with ice and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a slice of lime.
6. Cucumber Lime Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cups sparkling water
Directions:
- Blend cucumber and lime juice in a blender until smooth.
- Add honey and stir.
- Pour mixture into glasses filled with ice and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a slice of cucumber or lime.
7. Peach and Raspberry Bellini Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup peaches, diced
- 1/4 cup raspberries
- 2 cups sparkling water
Directions:
- Blend peaches and raspberries in a blender until smooth.
- Divide mixture into glasses.
- Top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a slice of peach or raspberry.
8. Kiwi Strawberry Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cups sparkling water
Directions:
- Blend kiwi, strawberries, and honey in a blender until smooth.
- Pour mixture into glasses filled with ice and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with kiwi or strawberry slices.
9. Virgin Pina Colada Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 2 cups ice
- Pineapple wedges for garnish
Directions:
- Mix pineapple juice and coconut cream in a blender until well combined.
- Add ice and blend until smooth.
- Pour mixture into glasses and garnish with a pineapple wedge.
10. Orange Creamsicle Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups ice
Directions:
- Mix orange juice, coconut cream, and vanilla extract in a blender until well combined.
- Add ice and blend until smooth.
- Pour mixture into glasses and serve.
Stay cool and refreshed this summer with these delicious and easy-to-make mocktail recipes!