These tasty beverages are healthy and alcohol-free!
Mocktails are taking center stage at gatherings recently, offering a healthy, alcohol-free alternative that doesn’t compromise on flavor. With the rising popularity of wellness-focused lifestyles, more people are choosing to skip the alcohol and enjoy refreshing, health-conscious beverages instead. Mocktails are not only packed with flavor and creativity, but they also allow you to stay hydrated, skip the extra calories from alcohol, and avoid the next-day sluggishness. Whether you’re hosting a party, relaxing at home, or celebrating a milestone, these mocktails with 5-ingredients or less will make any occasion special.
10 Easy Mocktails that Require 5-Ingredients or Less
Avoid the toll alcohol takes on your health and wallet, and enjoy these 10 easy mocktails with 5-ingredients or less, instead! You won’t be disappointed!
1. Classic Virgin Mojito
Ingredients needed for this tasty non-alcoholic beverage:
- Fresh mint leaves: 5-10 leaves
- Simple Syrup: 1/2 ounce (agave or honey optional)
- Fresh lime juice: 1 ounce
- Club soda: 2–4 ounces (to taste)
- Ice: Crushed
Instructions:
- Muddle the mint leaves and simple syrup in a glass to release the mint’s oils.
- Add the lime juice.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice and top off with club soda.
- Gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge.
You can also give our Minty Non-Alcoholic Mojito or Sparkling Lime-Mint Quencher a try!
2. Berry Sparkler
Ingredients needed for this fruity mocktail:
- Mixed berries: 1/2 cup (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
- Lemon juice: 1 ounce
- Honey: 1–2 teaspoons (adjust to taste)
- Sparkling water: 4–6 ounces (to taste)
- Ice: 1 cup
Instructions:
- Muddle the mixed berries in a glass or shaker to release their juices.
- Add the lemon juice and honey. Stir or shake well to combine.
- Fill a glass with ice and pour the berry mixture over it.
- Top with sparkling water and gently stir.
- Garnish with a few whole berries or a slice of lemon.
You can also try these related recipes: Strawberry, Lime, and Basil Smash Drink or Red, White, and Blueberry Lemonade
3. Tropical Coconut Cooler
Ingredients needed to make this yummy mocktail:
- Coconut water: 4 ounces
- Pineapple juice: 2 ounces
- Lime juice: 1 ounce (about 2 tablespoons)
- Crushed ice: 1 cup (or enough to fill the glass)
- Mint leaves: 4–6 leaves (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Fill a glass with crushed ice.
- Pour in the coconut water, pineapple juice, and lime juice.
- Gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lime wheel or wedge.
You might also like this Pineapple Mint Spritzer
4. Watermelon Mint Refresher
Ingredients needed for this drink:
- Fresh watermelon chunks: 1 1/2 cups (seedless preferred)
- Mint leaves: 4–6 leaves (plus extra for garnish)
- Lime juice: 1 ounce
- Sparkling water: 4–6 ounces (to taste)
- Ice: 1 cup (crushed or cubed)
Instructions:
- Blend the watermelon chunks until smooth. If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the juice to remove pulp.
- In a glass or shaker, muddle the mint leaves with lime juice to release their flavor.
- Add the watermelon juice and stir or shake gently to combine.
- Fill a glass with ice, pour the mixture over, and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a small watermelon wedge.
Check out this Easy Watermelon Spritzer
5. Orange Sunrise Spritz
Ingredients needed to make our orange sunrise spritz:
- Orange juice: 4 ounces
- Grenadine: 1/2–1 ounce (adjust for sweetness)
- Sparkling water: 2–4 ounces (to taste)
- Ice: 1 cup (crushed or cubed)
- Orange slices: 1–2 slices (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Pour the orange juice into the glass.
- Slowly add the grenadine, letting it sink to create a beautiful gradient effect.
- Top with sparkling water and gently stir to combine (if desired).
- Garnish with an orange slice on the rim or inside the glass.
Love citrus flavors? Try our Citrus Spritz Mocktail, next!
6. Spiced Apple Fizz
Ingredients needed for this non-alcoholic drink:
- Apple cider: 4 ounces
- Lemon juice: 1/2 ounce
- Ground cinnamon: A pinch (plus extra for garnish, if desired)
- Sparkling water: 2–4 ounces (to taste)
- Apple slices: 1–2 slices (for garnish)
- Ice: 1 cup
Instructions:
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Pour in the apple cider and lemon juice.
- Add a pinch of ground cinnamon and stir well to combine.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with thin apple slices and a light sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
You should also check out this Cranberry Apple Sparkler or our classic Warm Spiced Apple Cider.
7. Cucumber Lime Spritz
Ingredients needed to make this cucumber lime spritz:
- Cucumber slices: 4–6 slices (plus extra for garnish)
- Honey: 1–2 teaspoons (adjust to taste)
- Lime juice: 1 ounce
- Sparkling water: 4–6 ounces (to taste)
- Ice: 1 cup (crushed or cubed)
Instructions:
- Muddle the cucumber slices and honey in a glass or shaker to release the cucumber’s juices.
- Add the lime juice and mix well.
- Fill a glass with ice and pour the cucumber-lime mixture over it.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with a cucumber slice or lime wheel.
If you love this one, you may also enjoy our Cucumber Melon Detox Drink or Cleansing Cucumber Lemonade.
8. Pomegranate Sparkler
Ingredients needed for this tangy beverage:
- Pomegranate juice: 3 ounces
- Lime juice: 1 ounce
- Simple syrup: 1/2–1 ounce (adjust for sweetness)
- Sparkling water: 4–6 ounces (to taste)
- Pomegranate seeds: 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
- Ice: 1 cup
Instructions:
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add the pomegranate juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Stir well to combine.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and a lime wheel or wedge.
Try this Sparkling Pomegranate Juice or our Orange-Pomegranate Green Tea too!
9. Peach Bellini Mocktail
Ingredients needed for this peachy delight:
- Peach puree: 3 ounces (about 1/2 cup of blended ripe peaches)
- Lime juice: 1 ounce
- Honey: 1–2 teaspoons (adjust for sweetness)
- Sparkling water: 4–6 ounces (to taste)
- Ice: 1 cup (crushed or cubed)
Instructions:
- In a glass or shaker, combine the peach puree, lime juice, and honey. Stir or shake until well mixed.
- Fill a glass with ice and pour the peach mixture over it.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with a peach slice or lime wedge, if desired.
If you enjoy this one, you might also like: Iced Sencha Tea With Peaches and Lime
10. Ginger Lemon Zing
Ingredients needed for this final healthy mocktail:
- Fresh ginger juice: 1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon)
- Lemon juice: 1 ounce (2 tablespoons)
- Honey: 1–2 teaspoons (adjust for sweetness)
- Sparkling water: 4–6 ounces (to taste)
- Ice: 1 cup (crushed or cubed)
Instructions:
- In a glass or shaker, combine the ginger juice, lemon juice, and honey. Stir or shake until the honey is fully dissolved.
- Fill a glass with ice and pour the mixture over it.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel or a small piece of candied ginger, if desired.
Related: Healthy Lemon-Ginger Sparkling Water
These simple mocktails with 5-ingredients or less prove that you can elevate any occasion with a delicious, alcohol-free drink. Cheers to staying refreshed and mindful!
Appetizers to Pair with this Healthy Mocktails
It’s not a party without food, too! Our healthy mocktails above will pair beautifully with any of these yummy appetizers!
- The Best Sweet and Salty Charcuterie Board
- Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Garlic Lime Shrimp Marinade
- Baked Feta Sticks with Hot Honey Dip
- Easy Oven Baked Meatballs
- Avocado Fries with Spicy Honey Lime Sauce
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