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Top 10 non-alcoholic drinks

Top 10 non-alcoholic drinks

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While some of you choose to decline alcohol all year round, the notion of giving up the sauce for a stint is ever popular, and Dry January has truly manacled itself to our national psyche. It seems the lure of saving money, trimming the waist and skipping hangovers is a potent one.

 

It can be a challenge to inject soft drinks with the same amount of sparkle as their alcoholic equivalents, but we have some tips for ensuring teetotallers don’t miss out.

 

1. Citrus peach cooler

If you’re abstaining from boozy drinks, there is a whole host of seasonal fruit available to turn into pretty punches. Need something simple and refreshing for a summer party? Try our citrus peach cooler. Grapefruit, pomelo and clementines are in season during the winter months, but we particularly like blood oranges. They have a very short season towards the end of winter, but make the most of their deep red flesh while you can. Showcase them in our drivers' punch for a healthy glassful of flavour.

 

2. Homemade cordial

Rhubarb cordial in glasses with straws

Making a batch of homemade fruit cordial should see you through a few weeks of a dryathlon. Try to use whatever is seasonal and for a basic mix, combine with just sugar and water. Elderflower works well and can often be foraged – just make sure you shake off the bugs – or try seasonal berries. Provided they’re stored in sterilised jars, cordials can last several months in the fridge.

 

3. Pomegranate mojito mocktail

Pomegranate mocktails on tray

Alcohol is inextricably associated with celebrating and nothing says party like a delicious cocktail. Ditch the rum and try this pomegranate-based mocktail. Make sure to bash the mint under a rolling pin or with your hands to release the oils, so it yields plenty of flavour.

 

4. Smoothies

Kiwi smoothies in jars

Up your vitamin intake and whizz up a fruit-based smoothie. Follow our guide to achieving the perfect blend using your favourite ingredients, then get creative with flavourings like peanut butter and spices. If you want to be really virtuous try adding vegetables – a green detox smoothie made with coconut water, apple, kiwi and spinach is one seriously heady beverage.

 

5. Mulled apple juice

Apple juice with cinnamon stick in glasses

Often the reserve of festive revelry, the process of mulling works with a wide range of base drinks. Try using apple or pear juice and spice to taste – a touch of citrus, cinnamon and a sweetener such as honey or agave should do the trick.

 

6. Non-alcoholic tropical fizz

Tropical mocktail in glasses

Put tinned fruit to good use in this sparkling quencher with kiwi, strawberries and pineapple. Find yourself a good tropical fruit juice as a base – or if you have a juicer to hand, you could try making your own with anything from mango and lychees to fresh passion fruit.

 

7. Apple, elderflower & mint sparkle

Punch in jug with glasses

Use up your homemade elderflower cordial in a simple blend with apple juice, fresh mint and a little soda water. Use a different cordial if you like, and if you can’t get hold of mint, swap it for fresh rosemary.

 

8. Homemade lemonade and limeade

Limeade in jug and glasses

Ditch shop-bought lemonade for a cloudy homemade alternative. The flavour combinations are endless, try adding a whole range of seasonal berries for a colourful non-alcoholic glassful.

 

Lime makes for a tangy drop – blend the limes whole into a pulp and combine with soda water. This recipe works with vodka or rum if you’re catering for those who fancy a tipple.

 

9. Lassi

Mango lassi with ice in glasses

This refreshing Indian drink is designed to cool the palate following spicy food. It has a yogurt base, which in this recipe can be made savoury by adding cumin and coriander, or sweet with rosewater and sugar. We also have a mango version with added pistachio and mint.

 

10. Water

Water in glass with lemon slices

This may seem a bit staid, but staying hydrated by drinking water in its pure form does wonders for every part of the body. Spruce it up with herbs like rosemary, basil and mint, healthy squeezes of lime or lemon juice, fiery ginger or slices of cool, refreshing cucumber.

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