10+ Drink Recipes Nonalcoholic to Refresh Your Day

Non-alcoholic drink recipes give you a fun way to enjoy tasty beverages without any alcohol. Whether you want something refreshing for a hot day or a special drink for an event, there are plenty of easy options to try.

These recipes let you create flavorful and enjoyable drinks that anyone can make at home.

You don’t need fancy ingredients or tools for these drinks. Just grab some basics from your kitchen and you’re set.

This guide will help you find easy ideas to keep your drinks exciting and alcohol-free.

Ingredients

• Varies by recipe

Cooking Instructions

• Follows each recipe step by step

1) Rose & Rhubarb Soda

This drink is light and refreshing with sweet and tangy flavors. You start with rhubarb syrup, which gives a lovely pink color and a fresh fruity taste.

A few drops of rose water bring a subtle floral note that makes the soda unique. To make it fizzy, just add sparkling water or soda water.

Serve over ice for a cool, bubbly treat. It’s great for brunches or anytime you want a pretty, alcohol-free drink.

Ingredients

• 3/4 oz rhubarb syrup
• 3 drops rose water
• Sparkling water or soda water
• Ice cubes

Cooking Instructions

1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
2. Pour rhubarb syrup over the ice.
3. Add 3 drops of rose water.
4. Top with sparkling water.
5. Stir gently to mix.
6. Serve right away and enjoy the fizz!

For rhubarb syrup details, check this Rhubarb & Rosewater Syrup.

2) Hibiscus, Lemongrass, Basil, and Honey Iced Tea

This iced tea is bright and refreshing. The hibiscus adds a tart, floral taste.

Lemongrass and basil bring a fresh, herbal twist. Honey sweetens the drink without overpowering the other flavors.

You’ll want this tea cold on a hot day or as a tasty pick-me-up. It’s simple to make and perfect for sharing with friends.

Ingredients

• 5 cups water
• 1 lemongrass stalk, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers
• 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
• 1/4 cup honey (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup lime juice

Cooking Instructions

1. Bring the water to a boil (212°F / 100°C).
2. Add lemongrass, hibiscus flowers, and basil to the boiling water.
3. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat.
4. Strain the mixture into a pitcher.
5. Stir in honey and lime juice while warm.
6. Chill in the fridge until cold, then serve over ice.

For details, check the Hibiscus, Lemongrass, Basil and Honey Sweet Iced Tea recipe.

3) Beet-Sumac Soda

Beet-Sumac Soda stands out with its tangy, earthy flavor. The sweetness of beet juice pairs with sumac, which adds a little lemony kick.

You’ll mix fresh beet juice with lemon juice, sugar, and sumac powder. Just add club soda for a fizzy finish.

This drink is bright and naturally colorful, thanks to the deep pink hue from the beet. It looks stunning in a glass and offers a nice balance of sweet and tart.

Ingredients

• 1 medium beet, scrubbed
• 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 6 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons sumac
• 1 12-ounce can club soda

Cooking Instructions

1. Juice the beet until you have about 2.5 ounces.
2. Mix beet juice, lemon juice, sugar, and sumac in a bowl until sugar dissolves.
3. Pour the mixture into a glass.
4. Add club soda and stir gently.
5. Serve chilled.

4) Homemade Tarragon Soda

Tarragon soda is a fresh, easy nonalcoholic drink you can whip up at home. The herb brings a unique, slightly sweet flavor that goes well with lemon or apple juice.

You’ll make a simple syrup with water, sugar, and fresh tarragon leaves. After it cools, mix the syrup with soda water and a splash of lemon juice for brightness.

Add ice, and you have a refreshing drink ready in minutes. You can also try muddling tarragon with apple or lime juice, then top it with club soda.

This twist on a classic soda is alcohol-free and surprisingly tasty.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup water
• ½ cup sugar
• ¼ cup fresh tarragon leaves
• 1 cup soda water
• 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• Ice

Cooking Instructions:

1. Heat water and sugar in a pan until sugar dissolves.
2. Add tarragon leaves, remove from heat, and steep for 15 minutes.
3. Strain the syrup and let it cool.
4. Mix 2-3 tablespoons syrup with soda water and lemon juice.
5. Serve over ice.

5) Virgin Mojito Mocktail

You can make a refreshing virgin mojito mocktail with just a few ingredients. Fresh mint and lime give you a cool, zesty drink without any alcohol.

It’s perfect for hot days or when you want a light, tasty beverage. Muddle the mint leaves gently to release their flavor and mix with lime juice and sparkling water.

You’ll get a bright, bubbly drink that’s simple and enjoyable. Adding a little sweetness helps balance the tartness.

Try agave syrup or another sweetener if you like. The result is a fresh, non-alcoholic mojito that just about anyone can enjoy.

Ingredients

• 8 large fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon agave syrup (or simple syrup)
• 1 cup sparkling water
• Ice cubes

Cooking Instructions

1. Gently muddle the mint leaves in a glass.
2. Add lime juice and agave syrup to the glass.
3. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
4. Pour sparkling water over the ice.
5. Stir gently to mix everything.
6. Garnish with a lime wedge and a few mint leaves.

6) Alcohol-free Passion Fruit Martini

You can enjoy the taste of a passion fruit martini without any alcohol. This drink combines tropical passion fruit with lemon juice, a touch of sweetness, and some fizz to keep things lively.

The frothy texture comes from egg white or a vegan substitute, giving the drink a smooth finish. You’ll get a nice balance of tart and sweet flavors that make it a perfect mocktail for any occasion.

Shake the ingredients with ice, then strain into a glass. Top with sparkling grape juice or a sparkling rosé alternative for some bubbles.

Ingredients

• 3 passion fruits (halved)
• 1 lemon (juiced)
• 1 egg white (or vegan substitute)
• 100ml alcohol-free spirit
• 2 tsp sugar syrup
• Handful of ice
• Sparkling grape juice or alcohol-free sparkling rosé

Cooking Instructions

1. Scoop out passion fruit pulp into a shaker.
2. Add lemon juice, egg white, sugar syrup, alcohol-free spirit, and ice.
3. Shake well until frothy.
4. Strain into a martini glass.
5. Top with sparkling grape juice or alcohol-free sparkling rosé.
6. Serve right away.

For more details, check Alcohol-free passion fruit martini recipe – BBC Good Food.

7) Whipped Frozen Lemonade

Whipped frozen lemonade is creamy and super refreshing. It blends lemon juice, sweetened milk or coconut milk, and ice for a smooth texture.

This drink is perfect for hot days when you want something cool and alcohol-free. You can use simple syrup or sweetened condensed milk to add sweetness.

Blending everything until smooth gives it that whipped feel. It tastes light, tangy, and just a little sweet.

Try it as a quick treat or a fun party drink. The dairy-free option makes it great for everyone.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup simple syrup or sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup coconut milk or cold heavy cream
• 2 to 2 1/2 cups ice

Cooking Instructions:

1. Add lemon juice, sweetener, coconut milk or cream, and ice to a blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
3. Serve right away in chilled glasses.

8) Anti-Inflammatory Golden Tonic

This drink is a warm, soothing tonic with natural ingredients that support your body. It combines green tea, fresh ginger, and thyme for gentle anti-inflammatory benefits.

You’ll get a subtle spice from ginger and fresh herbal notes from thyme. This tonic is easy to make and perfect for sipping any time of day.

The warm temperature helps you relax, and it’s naturally light on caffeine thanks to the green tea. You can sweeten it with a little honey if you want it milder.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups filtered water
• 2 bags green tea
• 5 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

Cooking Instructions:

1. Bring water to a boil (212°F / 100°C).
2. Add thyme and ginger, then simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat, add green tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes.
4. Strain the tonic into a cup.
5. Stir in honey if you want, then enjoy warm.

For more details, see this Anti-Inflammatory Golden Tonic recipe.

9) Color-Changing Lemonade Slushies

Making color-changing lemonade slushies is honestly a blast. You get to use butterfly pea flowers, which react to lemon juice and change color right before your eyes.

It starts out blue—kind of wild, right? Add lemon juice, and suddenly it shifts to purple or even pink, depending on how much you squeeze in.

The slushie magic happens when you blend the lemonade with ice. It’s a super refreshing treat for a hot afternoon.

Everything in here is all-natural and there’s no alcohol, so everyone can try it. You’ll probably want to show off the color change to friends; it’s a crowd-pleaser.

It’s quick to put together and the flavor is bright and citrusy. Maybe try it at your next party or just when you want something special.

Ingredients

• 5 butterfly pea flower tea bags
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup lemonade
• 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cups ice
• Sugar or sweetener, to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Brew butterfly pea flower tea in hot water for 5 minutes. Let it cool.
2. Mix the tea with lemonade and sugar.
3. Add lemon juice and watch the color change.
4. Blend the mix with ice until slushy.
5. Serve right away and enjoy the show.

For more details, check out this Color Changing Lemonade recipe.

10) Frozen Cherry Coke Slushies

Frozen Cherry Coke Slushies are just plain fun. You get the sweet cherry flavor mixed with fizzy Coke, and it’s perfect when you need to cool down.

You can make these at home with frozen cherries and chilled Coca-Cola. A little lime juice brightens everything up.

This recipe is quick, easy, and doesn’t require anything fancy. If you want to keep it family-friendly, just leave out any alcohol.

Kids and adults both love these. Sometimes, simple really is best.

Ingredients

• 28 oz Coca-Cola, chilled
• Juice of 2 limes
• 2 cups frozen pitted cherries

Cooking Instructions

1. Toss the frozen cherries and lime juice into your blender.

2. Pour in about half of the chilled Coca-Cola.

3. Hit blend. Let it go until the mix looks slushy and smooth.

4. Now, pour in the rest of the Coke. Blend it again, but just for a second.

5. Serve right away. Grab some glasses and toss in a lime slice if you’re feeling fancy.

Craving more details? Check out the full recipe at Delish.