Five Alcohol-Free Drinks for the Festive Season
Updated: 6 December, 2023
This year, we’ve seen a significant rise in consumers opting for alcohol-free beverages to complement their meals, with research revealing that “there is an undeniable demand for alcohol-free and low alcohol products”, with “consumers expecting alcohol-free and low-alcohol products to delivery on flavour and taste, enabling them to enjoy a beverage the same way they would an alcoholic drink.”
(Source: The Grocer)
This trend paves the way for enhanced soft drinks gaining popularity, giving rise to mocktail inspired offerings to ensure every guest can revel in the festive spirit, with or without alcohol.
We’ve handpicked our favourite alcohol-free drinks below that you can add to your drinks menus this festive season!
Sparkling Cranberry Punch
This sparkling cranberry punch is a vibrant and flavourful mocktail that captures the essence of the festive season. Featuring our new frozen cranberries, and garnished with a sprig of fresh rosemary, it’s the perfect combination of flavours in every sip.
Pineapple and Ginger Punch
This refreshing pineapple and ginger punch brings together the tropical flavour of pineapple, with a spicy ginger kick! A delightful blend that’s perfect for the winter.
The recipe:
  • In a blender, combine 750ml of pineapple juice with the juice of one lime
  • Take a handful of fresh mint and remove the woody stalks. Add that to the blender also, along with a couple of handfuls of ice
  • Blitz together until the ice is crushed
  • Fill your desired serving glasses with ice, then pour the drink into the glasses and top with ginger beer
  • Garnish each glass with some sprigs of fresh mint and serve
Mulled Apple Juice
An ideal choice for those wanting a non-alcoholic option, with all the warmth of traditional mulled drinks. This mulled apple juice, simmered with orange peel, cinnamon and cloves, is also a great choice for the kids that want to get involved too!
  • In a saucepan over a low heat, add one litre of apple juice with some strips of orange peel, one cinnamon stick and three cloves
  • Simmer for around 5-10 minutes until all of the flavours have infused
  • If you would like it sweeter, add in some sugar or honey to taste
  • Serve the mulled juice in a glass mug, with some orange peel and a piece of cinnamon stick to garnish
Nojito
For those who love the refreshing flavours of a Mojito, but want the perks of no alcohol, we’ve got your answer...
  • To a large jug, add four tablespoons of caster sugar, and 100ml of freshly squeezed lime juice
  • Take a small handful of fresh mint leaves, remove the stalks, and wash. Slightly crush the leaves to release their flavour, then add to the jug
  • Using a wooden spoon or cocktail stirrer, give it all a good mix
  • Add some crushed ice, filling half the jug, then add the wedges of two limes
  • Give it another stir, then top with soda water
  • Serve in glasses and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint
Festive Snow Punch
Finish your festivities with our show-stopping Festive Snow Punch, a delightful post-dinner drink that’s sure to impress your guests.
This recipe serves 10 drinks.
You will need:
  • In a large blender, add your lemon juice, bananas and caster sugar. Blend until smooth
  • Add single cream, and blend again. Once blended, place in the fridge for up to one hour
  • Before serving, pour into a large jug. Stir in the lemonade and top with scoops of vanilla ice cream
  • We recommend serving in cocktail glasses and dipping the rims in desiccated coconut for a super snowy look!
Berry Mint Sparkler
Transform the vibrant flavours of summer berries into a festive sensation with our berry mint sparkler!
To make one cocktail:
  • To a cocktail shaker, pour half a 500ml bottle of Natura Summer Fruits Juice, with half a freshly squeezed lime, and a splash of sugar syrup
  • Add a few fresh mint leaves to the shaker, and muddle them to release the aromatic flavours of the mint
  • Add a handful of ice to the cocktail shaker, and give it all a good shake
  • Fill your desired serving glass with ice cubes, and pour the mocktail mixture over the ice, straining the mint leaves away
  • Top with sparkling water or flavoured sparkling water for a refreshing fizz, and garnish with some frozen mixed forest fruits
Embrace the season with these alcohol-free delights on your restaurant or home festive menus, for every guest to raise a toast during the Christmas period.
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