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Mai Tai

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A Mai Tai is a classic cocktail made with rum, orange liqueur, lime juice, and almond syrup. To create a non-alcoholic version, try this recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz orange juice
  • 1 oz pineapple juice
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • 1 oz Orgeat
  • 1/2 oz grenadine syrup
  • Splash soda (if desired)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions:

Fill a shaker with ice. Add the orange juice, pineapple juice, lime juice, orgeat, and grenadine to the shaker. Shake well to mix. Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice. Stir gently and serve.

In this non-alcoholic Mai Tai, the orange juice provides a citrusy flavor, the pineapple juice contributes a tropical sweetness, the lime juice provides tartness, the orgeat adds a floral nuttiness, and the grenadine provides a little sweetness and color. Add a splash of soda to lighten it up a bit, if desired.

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Long Island Iced Tea

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A Long Island Iced Tea is traditionally made with vodka, gin, rum, tequila, triple sec, and cola, with a splash of lemon juice. To create a lower-alcoholic version, try this recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • 1 oz pineapple juice
  • 1 oz cranberry juice
  • 1 oz orange juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup (recipe below)
  • 1 oz cranberry juice
  • 1 oz cola (or club soda)
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange slice and cherry for garnish

Instructions:

Fill a highball glass with ice cubes. Fill shaker with ice. Add all ingredients except the cola. Shake well to mix, then pour the mixture over the ice in your glass. Top with cola. Stir gently, add your garnish, and serve.

This soft Long Island Iced Tea has a similar flavor profile to the classic cocktail, but without all the alcohol. The lemon juice provides tartness, the simple syrup adds sweetness, the cranberry and pineapple juice contribute fruity notes, and the cola provides a bit of fizz and caffeine. Enjoy, and let us know what you think in the comments below!

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Lincoln’s Queen

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Perfect for those who want to enjoy the complexity of an alcohol-based cocktail without the alcohol, Lincoln’s Queen is both refreshing and balanced with the subtleties of fresh herbs and bitters.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup (recipe below)
  • 1 oz club soda
  • 2 dashes of orange bitters
  • 2 sprigs of rosemary
  • 1 grapefruit slice for garnish
  • Ice cubes

Instructions:

Muddle 2 sprigs of rosemary in the bottom of a shaker. Add freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, simple syrup, and orange bitters to the shaker. Fill the shaker with ice and shake for about 10 seconds. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice cubes. Top up the glass with a splash club soda and stir gently. Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and a sprig of rosemary.

The combination of sweet and tart flavors from the grapefruit and simple syrup, balanced with the bitter notes from the orange bitters, creates a well-rounded and refreshing drink. The use of rosemary adds an herbal complexity that complements the other flavors. The carbonation from the club soda provides a lively mouthfeel, mimicking that of an alcohol-based cocktail.

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Just Call Me Ecstasy

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We envisioned a drink that would be warming and cozy, with a hint of exotic spices and a touch of sweetness. The combination of ginger and cardamom provides a complex and interesting flavor profile, while the vanilla adds a creamy, smooth and sweet taste to the drink. The final result is a mocktail that’s perfect for your special occasion.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz ginger syrup (recipe below)
  • 1 oz cardamom syrup (recipe below)
  • 1 oz vanilla syrup (recipe below)
  • 4 oz soda water
  • 2 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
  • a dash of angostura bitters
  • ice
  • lemon wheel and edible flower, for garnish

Instructions:

In a mixing glass, add the ginger syrup, cardamom syrup, vanilla syrup, lemon juice, and nutmeg. Stir well to combine. Add soda water and a dash of angostura bitters, and stir gently to combine. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lemon wheel and an edible flower. Serve and enjoy!

This drink features the warm and spicy notes of ginger and cardamom, paired with the sweet and creamy vanilla. The lemon juice adds a bright and tart contrast, while the nutmeg and angostura bitters add depth and complexity. The soda water provides a light and refreshing quality, making it perfect for sipping on a warm day.

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Grapefruit Groove

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This cocktail is inspired by the classic gin and tonic, a popular cocktail that is typically made with gin, tonic water, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • 2 oz club soda (or tonic water)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz mint syrup (recipe below)
  • A pinch of ground cardamom
  • Ice cubes

Instructions:

Fill a shaker with ice. Add the grapefruit juice, lime juice, mint syrup, and cardamom to the shaker. Shake well to mix. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice, and top with club soda. Stir gently and serve.

The grapefruit juice in this cocktail provides a similar tart, citrusy flavor as the gin in a gin and tonic, while the club soda adds a light, effervescent quality similar to the tonic water. The lime juice, mint syrup, and cardamom all contribute their own unique flavors and complexities to the drink, making it a well-balanced, delicious non-alcoholic cocktail that has its own distinct character and flavor profile.

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Espresso Tonic

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This one is a little bit out there, but the flavors work well together! Coffee and the bitterness of the grapefruit result in a satisfying–refreshing even–cocktail.

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz pure maple syrup (or vanilla syrup or honey)
  • 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • 1 shot of your favorite espresso
  • 2 oz tonic water (preferably Fever Tree)
  • Grapefruit twist for garnish
  • Ice

Instructions:

Fill your shaker with ice, and add all the ingredients except the garnish and tonic water. Cover and shake well. Fill your highball glass with ice. Double strain the cocktail over the ice. Top with tonic water and garnish with your grapefruit twist.

The combination of coffee and grapefruit is a unique and interesting pairing. The bitterness of grapefruit provides a nice balance to the sweetness of the syrup, and the addition of lemon juice adds a pleasant tartness to the drink. Overall, this recipe results in a refreshing and satisfying drink for those who enjoy bitter flavors and a unique combination of ingredients. It’s worth trying if you’re looking for something new and intriguing to try.

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the Electric Arándano

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The combination of blueberries and sage in this cocktail create a complex flavor profile with a slightly sweet and earthy flavor that pairs well with the natural sweetness of the blueberries. We think it’s delicious, and hope you enjoy the recipe!

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 oz black tea syrup (recipe below)
  • 1/2 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 oz soda water
  • Ice
  • Fresh sage leaves and blueberries, for garnish

Instructions:

Muddle the blueberries and a few sage leaves in a cocktail shaker. Add the black tea syrup and lemon juice, and fill the shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with soda water and stir gently. Garnish with fresh sage leaves and blueberries.

The herbal notes of sage play off the sweetness of the blueberries and the bitterness of the black tea. The soda water adds some fizz and lightness to the drink, making it perfect for sipping on a warm day. Feel free to adjust the sweetness level by adding more or less black tea syrup, depending on your taste preferences.

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Cranberry Kicker

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This is a refreshing play on a ginger mule.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz cranberry juice
  • 2 oz ginger beer (preferably Fever Tree)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup (recipe below)
  • A pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Ice cubes

Instructions:

Fill a shaker with ice. Add the cranberry juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and cayenne pepper to the shaker. Shake well to mix. Strain the mixture into your highball glass filled with ice, and top with ginger beer. Stir gently and serve.

This cocktail has a sweet, tangy, and spicy flavor, with a touch of heat from the cayenne pepper. The cranberry juice provides a sweet, tart flavor, the ginger beer contributes a spicy kick, the lime juice provides tartness, and the simple syrup adds sweetness. The cayenne pepper will provide a warming sensation that mimics the heat of alcohol. Give it a try!

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