15 New Years Eve Mocktails

New Years Eve mocktails are a great choice to serve as before or after dinner drinks before the countdown to the New Year begins.

For me personally, New Year’s Eve is both sad and happy. Sad because it marks the end of the holiday festivities and happy because of the promise of new beginnings. 

And if you are hosting a New Years Eve party at your house this year, it is so important to add in some mocktails especially if there are children, pregnant women, or just anyone who prefers a mocktail over a cocktail. 

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Alcohol-Free Nye

While toasting has traditionally been associated with champagne and alcoholic drinks, mocktails are also a must. They are alcohol-free concoctions that cater not only to the abstaining adults but also to kids, expecting mothers, and non-drinkers who enjoy the festivities without the spirits.

Whether you’re looking to start your Dry January a little early or want to serve a signature drink at your New Year’s Eve bash that everyone can enjoy, mocktails and water-based fizzy drinks make a simple and delicious addition to any celebration. 

Let’s raise our glasses, both big and small, to a night filled with excitement, laughter, and the promise of a new beginning!

15 New Years Eve Mocktails

As we finish off this year and wait for the moment to ring in the New Year, what better way to elevate our celebrations than by indulging in some delicious mocktail recipes in these fancy glasses or these ?

These 15 non-alcoholic drinks are perfect for a variety of occasions, whether you’re hosting a New Year’s Eve party or simply craving a delicious drink for any of your special occasions.

Ginger Lime Fizz

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ginger ale
  • 1/2 cup lime soda
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Ice cubes

Instructions:

  1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour ginger ale and lime soda over the ice.
  3. Stir gently and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
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Cherry Lime Sparkler

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup maraschino cherry juice
  • 1/2 cup lime soda
  • Sparkling water
  • Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a glass, combine maraschino cherry juice and lime soda.
  2. Top with sparkling water and garnish with a maraschino cherry.
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Lavender Lemonade

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup lavender simple syrup
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • Sparkling water
  • Lavender sprig for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Mix lavender simple syrup and lemon juice in a glass.
  2. Top with sparkling water and garnish with a lavender sprig.
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Cranberry Mint Spritzer

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup sparkling cranberry juice
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup lime soda
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh cranberries (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour sparkling cranberry juice and lime soda over the ice.
  3. Add fresh mint leaves and fresh cranberries and stir gently.

Gingered Apple Sparkle

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1/2 cup ginger ale
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Sliced apple for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a glass, combine apple cider and ginger ale.
  2. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a sliced apple.
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Lemon Ginger Fizz

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup ginger beer
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • Sparkling water
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Mix ginger beer and lemon juice in a glass.
  2. Top with sparkling water and garnish with a lemon twist.

Minty Mule Mocktail

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup ginger beer
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • Ice cubes

Instructions:

  1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour ginger beer and lime juice over the ice.
  3. Add fresh mint leaves and stir gently.

Cherry Berry Bliss

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
  • 1/4 cup sparkling cranberry juice
  • Mixed berries
  • Mint garnish

Instructions:

  1. Mix maraschino cherry juice and sparkling cranberry juice in a glass.
  2. Add mixed berries and garnish with mint.
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Cranberry Ginger Delight

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cranberry juice
  • 1/2 cup ginger ale
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • Cranberries for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a glass, combine cranberry juice, ginger ale, and lime juice.
  2. Garnish with cranberries.

Apple Ginger Sparkler

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1/2 cup ginger beer
  • Cinnamon stick
  • Apple slice

Instructions:

  1. Mix apple cider and ginger beer in a glass.
  2. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and apple slice.

Lavender Lemon Fizz

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup lavender simple syrup
  • 1/2 cup lemonade
  • Sparkling water
  • Lavender sprig for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Combine lavender simple syrup and lemonade in a glass.
  2. Top with sparkling water and garnish with a lavender sprig.

Minted Citrus Splash

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup lime soda
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Orange slice

Instructions:

  1. Mix lime soda and lemon juice in a glass.
  2. Add fresh mint leaves and garnish with an orange slice.

Gingered Blueberry Breeze

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup ginger ale
  • Blueberry juice
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Blueberries for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a glass, combine ginger ale and blueberry juice.
  2. Add fresh mint leaves and garnish with blueberries.

Cherry Ginger Fizz

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
  • 1/4 cup ginger beer
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Mix maraschino cherry juice, ginger beer, and lime juice in a glass.
  2. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Sparkling Lemon Gingerade

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup ginger ale
  • 1/2 cup lemonade
  • Ginger slices
  • Lemon twist

Instructions:

  1. Combine ginger ale and lemonade in a glass.
  2. Add ginger slices and garnish with a lemon twist.

Feel free to adjust the quantities to suit your taste preferences, and enjoy these flavorful and festive mocktails!

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FAQ About New Years Eve Mocktails

What do you replace alcohol with in mocktails?

When creating mocktails, you can replace alcohol with sparkling water, club soda, and different fruit juices like cranberry, apple, or citrus blends. These provide a refreshing base for your mocktails. To enhance flavors, use ingredients like ginger ale, ginger beer, or herbal-infused syrups. Experimenting with fresh elements such as mint leaves, lavender, or citrus twists adds complexity.

Are mocktails healthier than alcohol?

Mocktails, being non-alcoholic, naturally eliminate the negative impacts associated with alcohol consumption, such as liver strain and impaired judgment. Also, mocktails are typically lower in calories than their alcoholic counterparts, which can contribute to a healthier overall lifestyle. However, it’s important to note that the healthiness of a drink depends on its ingredients and sugar content. While mocktails offer a safer alternative for those looking to reduce alcohol intake, moderation and mindful ingredient choices are key for a balanced and health-conscious approach to beverage consumption.

What is the most famous mocktail?

The Virgin Mojito is often considered one of the most popular mocktails, known for its refreshing combination of lime, mint, sugar, and soda water.
Other famous mocktails include the Virgin Mary (a non-alcoholic version of the Bloody Mary), Shirley Temple (typically made with ginger ale, grenadine, and a maraschino cherry), and the Virgin Pina Colada (blending pineapple juice, coconut cream, and crushed ice).

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