Bottoms Up! 12 Mocktails Perfect For Summer Sipping
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If one of the things that you're missing most during your pregnancy is kicking back with an icy cold Summer cocktail at the end of a long day, you're in luck. We've rounded up 12 delicious, nonalcoholic drink recipes for moms-to-be, or anyone looking to cut back on their liquor intake. There's no reason to hit your next backyard barbecue empty-handed anymore. Cheers!
Strawberry Balsamic Basil Spritzer
For a refreshing, light Summer drink, strawberry balsamic basil spritzers are sure to do the trick.
Cucumber Limeade
Perfect for a Summer garden party, this cucumber limeade (available through Martha Stewart Cocktails) is superrefreshing without being as fruity and sweet as other nonalcoholic cocktails. Drink your veggies!
Lavender Lemonade
Lemons, lavender, and honey blend for the unexpected flavor combination in lavender lemonade.
Peach Limeade
Pureeing fresh peaches is the key to tangy, fruity peach limeade — just delicious!
The Elixir
The mixologists at The Kitchn were lucky enough to score NYC hot spot Eleven Madison Park's secret formula for the elixir, a light, ginger-lime mocktail.
Apple Cider, Cranberry, and Ginger Punch
Apple cider, cranberry, and ginger punch is perfect for an Indian Summer evening when there's a slight chill in the air.
Sparkling Cran-Lime Spritzer
This Sparkling Cran-Lime Spritzer isn't just refreshingly delicious, it's also packed with vitamin C, manganese, and antioxidants, perfect for expectant mamas.
Berry-Lemon Sparklers
Easy to make berry-lemon sparklers can be garnished with sprigs of mint and fresh berries for a festive look.
Sparkling Mint Refresher
Fight off nausea and morning (err, all-day) sickness with an icy Sparkling Mint Refresher. So good, you'll crave it even after your pregnancy is over!
Agua Frescas
A trio of fruity agua frescas in strawberry lemon, citrus peach, and coconut raspberry lemon make a nonalcoholic substitute for sangria. Choose your favorite or offer up all three.
Mamarita
Missing out on those classic margaritas? The combination of agave nectar and citrus juices in mamaritas is so delicious, you won't even miss the tequila!
Flavored Waters
Pregnant or not, Summer partygoers will appreciate a seasonal setup of flavored waters. Infused with fruits, vegetables, and herbs, the combination of options are endless. Try cucumber rosemary or strawberry basil!