This fun and patriotic mocktail is perfect for 4th of July! Using naturally red, white and blue ingredients, there are no artificial colors or dyes in this recipe, making it a drink you can feel great about serving to your family!
Every 4th of July my extended family gathers together at Lake Texoma for some good old fashioned summer fun. Each family takes a turn cooking a meal for the group and we always try to incorporate some themed options for everyone to enjoy!
Personally, I'm not a huge fan of using artificial coloring and food dyes. Luckily there are a plethora of red, white and blue foods in the natural world to choose from. This delicious sparkling mocktail is a great celebratory option for those under 21 or who don't drink alcohol for one reason or another. It's a little sweet, tart with fresh fruit flavor that is sure to cool you down on a hot summer day.
Hope you enjoy and happy 4th of July!
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What is a mocktail?
A mocktail is basically a cocktail without the liquor. Mocktails combine a delicious variety of sodas, juices, infused water and mix ins for a non-alcoholic drink that will have you saying "Cheers!"
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Equipment
- Pitcher or punch bowl: I love this Martini Pitcher and Stirrer that can also be used for muddling.
- Muddler and/or stir stick
- Glasses for serving
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Fresh mint leaves: To mix things up you could also add or substitute fresh basil leaves.
- Simple syrup: Simple syrup couldn't be easier to make. Just combine equal parts sugar and water in a small saucepan, heat until the sugar dissolves, and let it cool. I like to keep a jar in the fridge for cocktails, iced coffee, or brushing onto cakes.
- Fresh lemon & lime juice
- Honey
- Club soda or Seltzer water: Tonic water would also work for a slightly more bitter drink.
- Fresh fruit: I love using blueberries and strawberries for a classic 4th of July color scheme, but any of your favorite red, white and blue fruits will work.
Can I make this "mocktail" into a "cocktail"?
You certainly can! Simply add the vodka, gin or rum of your choice!
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Made this festive 4th of July mocktail recipe? Let me know what you think in the comments!
Recipe
4th of July Mocktail
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup fresh mint leaves
- ½ cup simple syrup, 1:1 If using 2:1 simple syrup cut amount in half (this means 2 parts sugar to 1 part water)
- 2 tablespoon honey
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 4 cups Club soda or Seltzer water Topo Chico also works
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup fresh strawberries quartered
Instructions
- Muddle the mint leaves in the bottom of a serving pitcher to release flavor and aroma. Add honey, simple syrup, lemon juice and lime juice. Stir until well incorporated. Add club soda and stir. Add blueberries and strawberries.
- Serve in glass filled with ice and garnish with fresh blueberries and strawberries. Enjoy!
Dannii
This looks super refreshing. A great way to celebrate without having to have alcohol.
Angela
I am all about mocktails right now! This one looks so festive and fun! Definitely saving it for the summer.
Sisley White - Sew White
It's such a bright and colourful drink which tastes so good too. Really refreshing and perfect for a warm day.
Vicky
I don't drink alcohol, so I really appreciate a recipe like this. I think this is something fun and tasty you can make any time of the year!
Bianca
This mocktail was so good and refreshing!
Shadi Hasanzadenemati
This was amazing and such a treat! Thank you!
Kate
I’ve been mixing in more mocktails. This recipe was easy and delicious! I did add additional seltzer to dilute out the honey some, but it was easily adaptable.