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Bottoms Up! 12 Mocktails Perfect For Summer Sipping

Nonalcoholic Cocktails

Bottoms Up! 12 Mocktails Perfect For Summer Sipping

Nonalcoholic Cocktails

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!

1 Strawberry Balsamic Basil Spritzer

Strawberry Balsamic Basil Spritzer

For a refreshing, light Summer drink, strawberry balsamic basil spritzers are sure to do the trick.

Source: A Cozy Kitchen
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2 Cucumber Limeade

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!

Source: Copyright 2005, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. Originally published in the July/August issue of Everyday Food
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3 Lavender Lemonade

Lavender Lemonade

Lemons, lavender, and honey blend for the unexpected flavor combination in lavender lemonade.

Source: Copyright 2006, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. Originally published in the July/August issue of Whole Living
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4 Peach Limeade

Peach Limeade

Pureeing fresh peaches is the key to tangy, fruity peach limeade — just delicious!

Source: A Cozy Kitchen
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5 The Elixir

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.

Source: Flickr user Jing a Ling
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6 Apple Cider, Cranberry, and Ginger Punch

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.

Source: Copyright 2009, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. Originally published in the October issue of Martha Stewart Living magazine
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7 Sparkling Cran-Lime Spritzer

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.

Source: Flickr user Stuart Webster
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8 Berry-Lemon Sparklers

Berry-Lemon Sparklers

Easy to make berry-lemon sparklers can be garnished with sprigs of mint and fresh berries for a festive look.

Source: Every Day With Rachael Ray
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9 Sparkling Mint Refresher

Sparkling Mint Refresher
Image Source: Thinkstock / Ramon Grosso

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!

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10 Agua Frescas

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.

Source: Healthy.Happy.Life.
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11 Mamarita

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!

Source: Preggatinis: Mixology For the Mom-to-Be
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12 Flavored Waters

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!

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