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4 Stunning Non-Alcoholic Drink Recipes for the Holidays *This article may contain referral links for products we love, and all opinions are our own. Blogilates.com earns a small commission from these links, at no additional cost to you. Holiday party season has arrived and we are IN IT. If you’re hosting anytime soon, a beverage that your guests will rave over is a must. No worries if alcohol isn’t your thing – holiday mocktails are just as beautiful and fun to sip on! And if you are serving “adult” beverages, it never hurts to offer a non-alcoholic beverage option for anyone exploring sober curiosity or not drinking alcohol for any reason. These mocktails are stunning and tasty, without being over the top – looking at you, TikTok viral cocktail in an ornament. If you love that vibe but wonder if people really have time to host and create a drink so extra, they DO, but you don’t have to! Serve these non-alcoholic drinks at your holiday party.   Promise the WOW-factor will still be there (and you won’t be washing or wasting ornaments). Pomegranate Ginger Paloma A traditional Paloma is made with tequila, grapefruit juice, lime, and sparkling water. This non-alcoholic holiday drink uses non-alcoholic tequila (I used Ritual Zero Proof), and adds an element of cheer with pomegranate juice and ginger beer in place of the sparkling water. This bevvie is not only stunning, but I love the subtle spice that the ginger beer brings. It balances out the sweetness and literally adds a sparkle to your drink. Print Pomegranate Ginger Paloma A holiday-inspired, non-alcoholic version of a paloma Course Drinks Keyword mocktail, non-alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverage, drink, holiday drink, paloma, ginger, holiday recipe Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Servings 2 Ingredients 6 oz pomegranate juice 4 oz grapefruit juice Juice from 1/2 lime 4 oz non-alcoholic tequila I used Ritual Zero Proof Ginger beer to taste Instructions Run a lime wedge around your glasses and coat in sugar (or salt if you prefer). Add ice cubes and set aside. Combine drink ingredients in a shaker (or jar) and shake to combine. Strain mixture into glasses. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and fresh rosemary and serve. Notes If you want to try this as a cocktail, just swap the NA tequila for your favorite brand of alcoholic tequila. Peppermint Espresso Martini The espresso martini has become one of my favorite drinks, but I have to admit that until now, I’d never tried a non-alcoholic version. Typically this martini uses vodka, but I decided to replace it with Ritual Zero-Proof’s Gin Alternative. Then I added a little Torani peppermint syrup and a splash of heavy cream – this is optional, and you can totally use a dairy-free alternative. When I tested this recipe, I learned that shaking the mixture is key to getting that luscious layer of foam at the top. Just brew your espresso over ice in a heat-safe mason jar so it’s already chilled, add your other ingredients, and shake away. Print Peppermint Espresso Martini A non-alcoholic and wintry spin on a classic espresso martini Course Drinks Keyword mocktail, non-alcoholic beverage, holiday drink, espresso, martini, holiday party Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Servings 1 Ingredients 2 Shots espresso 2 oz non-alcoholic gin I used Ritual Zero-Proof 1 oz peppermint syrup 1 Tbsp heavy cream (optional) Coffee beans and crushed peppermint For garnish Instructions Brew espresso shots over ice. Add non-alcoholic gin, peppermint syrup, and heavy cream (or other alternative, if using) to espresso Pour mixture into a shaker (or brew right into a mason jar like me!). Cover with a lid and shake to combine, for about 10 seconds. Pour mixture into a martini glass and allow the foam to settle at the top. Garnish with a few coffee beans and crushed peppermint. Notes You can absolutely make this a cocktail by swapping the NA gin for regular gin or vodka. Winter Spiced Hot Toddy This one is warm and soothing – perfect for serving after a day spent in the snow, or around a fire. I also love sipping on this non-alcoholic drink for a…um…different kind of holiday – a sick day, spent battling a scratchy throat. A hot toddy is the perfect way to find some relief. To remove the alcohol without sacrificing the flavor depth, I used Monday Zero Alcohol Whiskey. It’s hard to explain, but this whiskey alternative is the key to adding that layer of warmth that alcohol usually brings. You’ll believe me when you try it! Oh and please don’t be intimidated by the spiced simple syrup! It’s really easy to throw together and simmer on your stove. Bonus – it will make your house smell amazing. Print Winter Spiced Hot Toddy A warm, soothing alcohol-free hot toddy made with zero alcohol whiskey and a mouth watering spiced simple syrup. Course Drinks Keyword mocktail, non-alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverage, holiday drink, holiday recipe, holiday party, hot toddy, winter spiced, cinnamon, warm beverage Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Cook Time 10 minutes minutes Total Time 15 minutes minutes Servings 1 Ingredients Spiced Simple Syrup 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 stick cinnamon or 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/8 tsp allspice or more to taste Hot Toddy 2 oz Zero Alcohol Whiskey I used Monday Juice from 1/2 lemon 1 cup hot water or enough to fill remainder of glass Instructions Spiced Simple Syrup To make the spiced simple syrup: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water, brown sugar, cinnamon and allspice. Simmer for around 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Hot Toddy To a mug, add 1 oz spiced simple syrup, Zero Alcohol Whiskey, and lemon juice. Fill the remainder of mug with hot water. Garnish with a lemon slice and cinnamon stick! Notes Make this a cocktail by swapping the NA whiskey for your favorite regular whiskey. Apple Kentucky Mule Mules are one of the most refreshing drinks out there. I’ve never tolerated vodka well though – even the thought