Refreshing Non Alcoholic Drinks and Easy Mocktail Recipes

When the weather gets warmer, there’s nothing better than having a refreshing drink in hand. These non-alcoholic summer drinks are perfect for everything from beach days and backyard gatherings to slow afternoons by the pool. Whether you’re looking for fruity lemonades, sparkling mocktails, or tropical drinks, this list is filled with easy non-alcoholic recipes.

Easy and Refreshing Non-alcoholic Drinks for Summer

Virgin Mojito

As a Cuban born and raised, I know how delicious mojitos can be. Growing up, while the adults drank the alcoholic version, my mom used to prepare this virgin mojito for me, and it has always stayed with me as one of my favorite drinks. It has that classic mojito flavor, with fresh lime and mint, finished with a bubbly sparkle that makes it perfect for a hot beach or pool day.

Ingredients

• 4 ounces sparkling water or soda water

• Juice of 2 limes

• 8 fresh mint leaves

• 1-2 tsp of honey or sugar

• Ice, as needed

• Lime slices

Instructions

1. In a tall glass, add the fresh lime juice and honey or sugar.

2. Gently muddle the mint leaves to release their aroma without tearing them apart.

3. Fill the glass with ice, then pour in the sparkling water.

4. Stir gently to combine everything.

5. Add lime slices to the glass and garnish with extra mint.

For the alcoholic version, check out our Cuban mojito recipe.

Elderflower and Lemon Sparkling Nonalcoholic Drinks

This drink is inspired by a classic Hugo cocktail, but booze free. We swap alcohol for sparkling water and highlight elderflower for a refreshing, aromatic finish.

Ingredients

• 4 ounces of sparkling water

• 1/2 tsp of fresh lemon juice

• 1 tbsp of elderflower syrup

• 5 fresh mint leaves

• 3 fresh lemon leaves

• Lemon slices, for garnish

• Ice, as needed

Instructions

1. Lightly clap the mint and lemon leaves between your hands to release their oils, then add them to a glass.

2. Pour in the lemon juice and elderflower syrup, then muddle gently.

3. Fill the glass with ice.

4. Top with sparkling water and stir lightly.

5. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves.

Strawberry Basil Lemonade

This lemonade is one of my go-to summer drinks. It’s fruity, refreshing, and incredibly refreshing.

Ingredients

• 4-6 ounces sparkling water

• Juice of 2 lemons

• ½ cup strawberries, mashed

• 5 fresh basil leaves

• 1-2 tbsp granulated sugar

• Ice, as needed

• Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

1. Mash the strawberries with the sugar until juicy, sweet, and slightly textured.

2. Gently tear the basil leaves and add them.

3. Add everything to a tall glass with ice, lemon juice, and sparkling water.

4. Stir well and garnish with lemon slices.

Cucumber Mint Summer Drink

This non-alcoholic summer drink is incredibly hydrating. We love the combination of cucumber and mint!

Ingredients

• 1 cup sparkling water

• ¼ cup cucumber juice (or blended cucumber, strained)

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

• 4-5 mint leaves

• Ice, as needed

• Cucumber slices, for garnish

Instructions

1. Blend the cucumber and strain it if you prefer a smooth texture.

2. Add the cucumber juice and lime juice to a glass.

3. Lightly muddle the mint leaves and add them to the glass.

4. Fill the glass with ice and top with sparkling water.

5. Stir gently and garnish with cucumber slices.

Rosemary Blackberry Non-alcoholic cocktail

The highlight of this delicious non-alcoholic summer drink is the blackberries. They add sweetness, while rosemary adds a subtle herbal edge.

Ingredients

• 1 cup sparkling water

• ½ cup blackberries, mashed

• 2 tsp granulated sugar

• 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary

• Ice, as needed

Instructions

1. Lightly mash blackberries with sugar in a glass until they are juicy.

2. Gently rub rosemary between your hands to release its aroma, then add it to the glass.

3. Fill the glass with ice and top with sparkling water.

4. Stir lightly and place it in the freezer for a minute before serving.

Virgin Piña Colada (Creamy Tropical Classic)

Another well-known Caribbean summer drink is the piña colada. This virgin piña colada is so creamy and so good. It blends sweet pineapple with coconut for that classic beachy flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups pineapple juice (or fresh blended pineapple, strained)

• 1/4 cup coconut cream

• 1/4 cup coconut milk

• Crushed ice

• Pineapple slice, for garnish

Instructions

1. Add the pineapple juice, coconut cream, coconut milk, and ice into a blender.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Taste and sweeten if needed, blending briefly again.

4. Pour into a chilled glass and garnish with a pineapple slice.

Looking for hydrating summer drinks? We have a collection of delicious recipes made with coconut water.

Sparkling Peach Black Iced Tea

This peach sparkling black tea mocktail is light, slightly spicy, and perfectly balanced with sweet stone fruit and a warming ginger kick.

Ingredients

• sparkling water

• ½ cup peach nectar or mashed fresh peaches

• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 black tea bag

• Ice, as needed

• Honey, to taste

Instructions

1. Brew the black tea using the tea bag and allow it to cool completely.

2. In a glass, combine the cooled black tea, peach nectar (or mashed peaches), lemon juice, and honey.

3. Stir until well mixed.

4. Fill the glass with ice.

5. Top with sparkling water and stir gently to combine.

6. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed before serving.

Blueberry Mint Fizz (Bright & Antioxidant-Rich)

This blueberry mint fizz is fruity, refreshing, and lightly herbal. It’s simple but feels elevated with its deep berry flavor and cooling mint finish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup sparkling water or club soda

• ½ cup blueberries

• 2 tbsp granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• Ice cubes

Instructions

1. Lightly mash the blueberries with the sugar in a glass.

2. Add lemon juice, fill with ice, then top with sparkling water or club soda.

3. Stir and garnish.

Watermelon Cucumber Fruit Juice

This watermelon juice is truly so refreshing and incredibly hydrating. It’s the kind of drink you want on repeat all summer long.

Ingredients

• 1 cup diced watermelon

• 1 cup diced cucumbers

• ½ cup sugar

• sparkling water

• Ice

• Lemon juice to taste

Instructions

1. Add the watermelon and cucumber cubes to a blender.

2. Add sugar, sparkling water, and lemon juice to taste.

3. Blend and strain through a fine-mesh strainer.

4. Pour over ice and enjoy.

For more delicious watermelon drinks, check out our agua fresca recipe list.

Apple Alcohol Free Spritz

This summer, non-alcoholic spritz is so crisp and refreshing.

Ingredients

• 4 ounces sparkling apple juice

• 2 ounces fresh ginger juice or ginger beer

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

• Ice, as needed

Instructions

1. Peel a piece of fresh ginger and grate it finely, or blend it with a small splash of water until smooth.

2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, pressing firmly to extract as much juice as possible.

3. In a tall glass, add the sparkling apple juice, ginger juice, and lime juice.

4. Fill the glass with ice.

5. Stir well to combine and serve immediately.

Looking for a ginger pineapple non-alcoholic alternative? We have a delicious iced tea recipes you’ll love.

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