Christmas drinks don’t always have to be alcoholic, as not everyone aims to get tipsy at a Christmas party. Enjoying time with loved ones can be just as fun without any booze. Besides, when hosting a party, the last thing you’d want is anyone crashing into the Christmas tree before 9 p.m. However, drinks are still essential, as they complement all the delicious food served. Consider opting for luxurious alcohol-free cocktails that are equally delightful.
If fancy cocktails aren’t your preference, offering green tea to your guests is an excellent choice, especially considering its numerous benefits. Your guests will appreciate the drink that enhances memory, aids in fat burning, promotes relaxation, and fights bacteria. So, whether it’s non-alcoholic cocktails or green tea, you can create a delightful and healthy beverage selection for your Christmas party.
Sparkling Cranberry Pomegranate
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2-3 limes
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup white sugar + 1/4 cup for rimming glasses
- 2 and 1/3 cup unsweetened cranberry pomegranate juice
- 24 ounces club soda, sparkling water, or sparkling soda
- Lots of crushed or cubed ice
- Optional: fresh mint, cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Deseed a pomegranate to obtain 3/4 cup of pomegranate arils.
- Thinly slice 2-3 limes.
- In a bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup of white sugar with water until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Fill a large pitcher halfway with plenty of ice.
- Pour the simple sugar mixture into the pitcher.
- Add the unsweetened cranberry-pomegranate juice.
- Incorporate the club soda or sparkling water. For example, you can use 1 bottle (12 ounces) of mandarin lime sparkling water and 1 bottle (12 ounces) of sparkling pomegranate soda.
- Stir all the ingredients together in the pitcher.
- Add the sliced limes and pomegranate arils.
- Optionally, rim your glasses with sugar by dipping the top of the glass into water and then into a bowl of sugar.
- Pour the drink into the sugar-rimmed glasses and garnish, if desired, with a cinnamon stick and/or fresh mint. You can also add a slice of lime for an extra touch.
- Enjoy your refreshing mocktail immediately. (If you want to prepare it ahead, combine everything except the ice and sparkling water/soda, and then add the ice and sparkling water/soda right before serving.)
Creamy White Christmas Punch
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 3 oz evaporated milk (6 Tbsp)
- 1/2- 1 tsp almond extract (I used a teaspoon)
- 1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream
- 1 2-liter bottle of 7UP®
- Whipped cream and sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a small glass bowl, combine sugar and water. Heat in the microwave for about 30 seconds or until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Allow the mixture to cool, then stir in evaporated milk and almond extract.
- Pour the mixture into a large punch bowl and add vanilla ice cream.
- Use a potato masher to break the ice cream into small chunks.
- Slowly stir in the 7UP®.
- Spoon the creamy punch into serving glasses.
- If desired, garnish with whipped cream and sprinkles for an extra touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful taste of this creamy punch!
Pineapple Mojito
Ingredients
- 4-5 pieces of 1-2″ pineapple pieces
- 4-5 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 cup chilled grape juice (if possible, freshly prepared at home)
- 1/2 chilled sparkling water or soda
- 1 tsp agave (optional to adjust sweetness)
- ice cubes to serve
- few lime slices to garnish
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, add pineapple pieces and muddle them using the back of a wooden spatula for a couple of minutes, until the pineapple is broken into small pieces.
- Next, add mint leaves to the muddled pineapple and muddle again for a few seconds to release their essential flavors.
- Transfer the muddled mixture into a serving glass.
- Add ice cubes to the glass.
- Pour in grape juice, lime juice, and sparkling water or soda.
- Taste and adjust the sweetener if necessary, depending on your preference.
- Give the drink a gentle mix to combine all the flavors.
- Garnish the drink with a couple of lime slices.
- Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass of refreshing pineapple mojito! Cheers!
Cranberry-Apple Cider Punch
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider, chilled
- 2 cups cranberry juice cocktail, chilled
- 2 cups ginger ale, chilled
- 1 can (12oz.) frozen orange juice concentrate
- apple slices & orange slices for garnish
- frozen cranberries, optional for garnish
Instructions
- In a 4-quart container, combine cider, fruit juice, and orange juice concentrate.
- Refrigerate the mixture until you are ready to serve.
- Just before serving, pour the punch into a punch bowl.
- Add chilled ginger ale to the punch bowl and gently mix it in.
- Garnish the punch with frozen cranberries, apple slices, and orange slices for an attractive presentation.
- Serve the fruit punch, and let your guests enjoy this delightful and flavorful beverage. Cheers!
Cranberry Fizz Mocktail
Ingredients
- 3 ounces of sparkling cider or ginger ale
- 3 ounces of cranapple juice
- splash of lemon or lime juice
- 3 tablespoon of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon completely blended
Instructions
- Rub a lemon or lime around the rim of your glass to moisten it.
- Dip the rim of the glass into a mix of sugar and cinnamon to create a sweet and aromatic rim.
- Fill the glass with ice to keep your mocktail chilled.
- Add cranapple juice to the glass, filling it about halfway.
- Add a splash of fresh lemon or lime juice to enhance the flavors.
- Top off the mocktail with sparkling cider or ginger ale for a fizzy and refreshing finish.
- Give it a gentle stir to combine the ingredients.
- Enjoy your tangy and invigorating cranapple mocktail!
Blood Orange, Italian Sodas
Ingredients
Blood Orange Syrup:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- The juice of 3 blood oranges
- 1 drop red gel food coloring (optional)
Soda:
- 1 large bottle sparkling water
- 1 cup coconut milk (unsweetened)
- Basil or Mint to garnish
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar and water, and bring it to a boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the blood orange juice. Stir to combine.
- If you prefer a deeper red color, you can add some food colorant to achieve the desired hue.
- In a glass, pour about ½ cup of Perrier sparkling water.
- Add approximately 2 tablespoons of the blood orange syrup to the Perrier.
- Next, add ¼ cup of coconut cream to the glass.
- Garnish the mocktail with a sprig of mint or basil for an extra touch of flavor and aroma.
- Serve the blood orange mocktail immediately and enjoy its delightful taste. Cheers!