13 Non-Alcoholic Christmas Mocktail Recipes Everyone Can Enjoy

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You can make 13 non-alcoholic Christmas mocktails that taste festive and look special, whether you want fizzy punches, warm spiced drinks, or herb-scented spritzers. Follow simple recipes that use fresh fruit, juice, spices, and sparkling water, and garnish with citrus, rosemary, or cranberries. Each recipe includes clear steps, prep times, and serving suggestions so you can mix drinks for a party or a quiet night — keep going to pick the ones that fit your menu.

Sparkling Cranberry Pomegranate Punch

Sparkling Cranberry Pomegranate Punch — bright, fizzy, and festive in every sip.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups cranberry juice (100% juice, chilled)
  • 2 cups pomegranate juice (chilled)
  • 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible, chilled)
  • 3 cups sparkling water or club soda (chilled)
  • 1/2 cup simple syrup or to taste (optional, chilled)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish, optional)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate arils (for garnish, optional)
  • 1 orange, thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional, for garnish and aroma)
  • Ice cubes or a large ice ring for the punch bowl

How to Make:

  1. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, and orange juice. Stir gently.
  2. Taste and add simple syrup if you prefer it sweeter; stir until blended.
  3. Chill the juice mixture for at least 30 minutes if not already cold.
  4. Just before serving, add the sparkling water or club soda to preserve fizz and stir gently to combine.
  5. Add ice or an ice ring to the bowl to keep the punch cold without diluting too fast.
  6. Float the fresh cranberries, pomegranate arils, and orange slices on top for a festive look.
  7. Tuck in rosemary sprigs for a fragrant, holiday touch.

Enjoy pouring this bright, bubbly punch — it’s merry, invigorating, and perfect for toasting the season!

Cinnamon Apple Cider Toddy

Warm up your holiday spirits with this cozy, non-alcoholic Cinnamon Apple Cider Toddy — like a hug in a mug.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups apple cider (or unfiltered apple juice)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cinnamon stick (plus extra for garnish)
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 star anise (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Lemon slice or thin apple slices for garnish

How to Make:

  1. Combine the apple cider, water, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise in a small saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low.
  3. Stir in the brown sugar or maple syrup until dissolved.
  4. Let the cider gently simmer for 5–7 minutes to infuse the spices—don’t boil.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  6. Strain into mugs to remove the spices and cinnamon stick.
  7. Garnish with a fresh cinnamon stick and a lemon or apple slice.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy the cozy, spiced comfort.

Sip slowly and let the holiday warmth sink in!

Festive Rosemary Citrus Spritzer

Festive Rosemary Citrus Spritzer — a bright, bubbly mocktail that smells like a winter wreath and tastes like sunshine.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 medium oranges)
  • 1/2 cup fresh grapefruit juice (about 1/2 large grapefruit)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1–2 tablespoons simple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 cup chilled sparkling water or club soda
  • 2 small fresh rosemary sprigs (plus extra for garnish)
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange or grapefruit slices for garnish
  • Optional: a few pomegranate arils for color

How to Make:

  1. Muddle one rosemary sprig lightly in a pitcher to release aroma — don’t pulverize, just press a few times.
  2. Add orange juice, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup into the pitcher and stir to combine.
  3. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  4. Fill glasses halfway with ice and divide the juice mixture between them.
  5. Top each glass with sparkling water and stir gently to keep the bubbles.
  6. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and a slice of orange or grapefruit; sprinkle pomegranate arils if using.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the festive fizz.

Cheers to a bright and merry sipper!

Mulled Spiced Pear Cooler

Warm up your holiday spirit with a cozy, fragrant Mulled Spiced Pear Cooler — all the comfort of mulled wine, without the alcohol.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups pear nectar or pear juice
  • 1 cup apple cider (non-alcoholic)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3–4 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
  • 1 large pear, thinly sliced (for simmering and garnish)
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 2 star anise pods
  • 1 small piece (1 inch) fresh ginger, sliced
  • 1 vanilla pod split or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Sparkling water or club soda, chilled (optional, for a fizzy finish)
  • Pear slices and cinnamon sticks for serving
  • Orange peel strips (optional, for aroma)

How to Make:

  1. Pour the pear nectar and apple cider into a medium saucepan.
  2. Add lemon juice, maple syrup, sliced pear, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, ginger, and the vanilla.
  3. Warm the mixture over medium-low heat until it barely reaches a simmer — don’t boil — and stir to dissolve the sweetener.
  4. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture gently steep for 10–15 minutes so the spices and pear flavor meld.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity, adding more maple syrup or lemon juice if needed.
  6. Strain the mulled pear mixture into a heatproof pitcher to remove spices and fruit pieces.
  7. For a warm cooler: ladle into mugs and garnish with a pear slice and cinnamon stick. For a cold/fizzy version: chill the strained mix, then serve over ice and top each glass with a splash of sparkling water.
  8. Add an orange peel or extra cinnamon stick for a festive touch before serving.

Enjoy this fragrant mulled pear cooler — cozy, spiced, and perfect for holiday gatherings!

Gingerbread Maple Fizz

Gingerbread Maple Fizz — a cozy, spiced mocktail that tastes like a holiday hug in a glass.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup ginger beer (non-alcoholic), chilled
  • 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda, chilled
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp gingerbread spice (or mix of ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves)
  • 2-3 oz cold brewed or strong chilled black tea (optional for depth)
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon wheel or candied ginger, for garnish
  • Fresh rosemary sprig or cinnamon stick, for garnish (optional)

How to Make:

  1. In a glass or small pitcher, combine the maple syrup, lemon juice, and gingerbread spice — stir until the syrup is fully mixed.
  2. If using tea, add it now and stir gently to blend flavors.
  3. Fill a serving glass halfway with ice.
  4. Pour the maple-spice mixture over the ice.
  5. Add the chilled ginger beer, then top with sparkling water; stir once gently to combine.
  6. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding a little more maple syrup if desired.
  7. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a piece of candied ginger, and tuck in a rosemary sprig or a cinnamon stick for aroma.

Enjoy your Gingerbread Maple Fizz — festive, fizzy, and perfectly cozy for holiday sipping!

Holly Berry Sparkler

Holly Berry Sparkler — a festive, fizzy mocktail that twinkles like holiday lights.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cranberry juice (100% juice, chilled)
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate juice (chilled)
  • 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed, chilled)
  • 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda (chilled)
  • 1 tsp simple syrup or to taste (optional)
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for garnish
  • Orange slices or twists for garnish

How to Make:

  1. Fill a tall glass halfway with ice.
  2. Pour in the cranberry, pomegranate, and orange juices.
  3. Stir briefly to combine the juices.
  4. Add simple syrup if you like it sweeter and stir once more.
  5. Top with sparkling water or club soda and give a gentle stir to keep the fizz.
  6. Garnish with a few fresh cranberries, an orange slice, and a sprig of rosemary.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the sparkle — cheers to merry moments!

Non-Alcoholic Eggnog With Nutmeg

Creamy, cozy non-alcoholic eggnog spiced with nutmeg — all the holiday flavor without the booze.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups whole milk (or unsweetened plant milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or extra plant milk for dairy-free)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, plus extra for garnish
  • Pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
  • Cinnamon sticks (optional, for serving)

How to Make:

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  1. In a medium saucepan, combine milk, cream, and half the sugar. Warm over medium heat until it’s hot and steamy but not boiling.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the remaining sugar until pale and slightly thickened.
  3. Slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
  4. Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk, stirring continuously over low heat.
  5. Cook gently for 3–5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon — don’t boil.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
  7. Let the eggnog cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to let flavors meld.
  8. Serve cold in glasses, top with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of nutmeg, and a cinnamon stick if desired.

Enjoy a cozy, festive sip — nuttier than a stocking and twice as nice!

Peppermint Cocoa Mocktail

Peppermint Cocoa Mocktail — a cozy, minty twist on hot chocolate that feels like a holiday hug in a glass.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups milk (dairy or any non-dairy milk like almond, oat, or soy)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (start small — it’s strong)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream or coconut whip, for topping (optional)
  • Crushed candy cane or crushed peppermint candies, for garnish
  • Mini marshmallows (optional)

How to Make:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and a tablespoon of the milk to make a smooth paste.
  2. Heat the remaining milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
  3. Whisk the cocoa paste into the warm milk until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt; taste and adjust sweetness or peppermint.
  5. Remove from heat and pour into heatproof glasses or mugs.
  6. Top with whipped cream or coconut whip, sprinkle crushed candy cane, and add marshmallows if you like.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the festive, minty warmth.

Sip, savor, and let this peppermint cocoa bring cozy holiday cheer to your cup!

Orange Clove Winter Refresher

Orange Clove Winter Refresher — a cozy, citrusy mocktail that smells like holiday cheer in a glass.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (about 2 medium oranges)
  • 1/2 cup cold sparkling water or club soda
  • 1/4 cup apple cider
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange slices and a cinnamon stick or clove-studded orange slice for garnish
  • Fresh rosemary sprig (optional, for aroma)

How to Make:

  1. Warm the orange juice, apple cider, honey, cloves, and cinnamon stick in a small saucepan over low heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring until the honey dissolves.
  2. Remove from heat and let the spices steep for 5 minutes, then fish out the cloves and cinnamon stick.
  3. Chill the spiced juice in the fridge for 10–15 minutes, or pour over a handful of ice to cool faster.
  4. Fill two glasses with ice, divide the chilled spiced juice between them.
  5. Top each glass with sparkling water and gently stir to combine.
  6. Garnish with an orange slice and a rosemary sprig or a clove-studded orange slice for extra holiday vibes.

Enjoy this bright, spiced sipper — perfect for toasting the season without the booze!

Sparkling Pear and Elderflower Mocktail

Bright, fizzy, and lightly floral—this Sparkling Pear and Elderflower mocktail tastes like winter in a glass.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe pear (plus 4 thin slices for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • 2 tbsp elderflower cordial (or elderflower syrup)
  • 1 cup chilled sparkling water or club soda
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)
  • Optional: a pinch of ground cinnamon for sprinkling

How to Make:

  1. Core and roughly chop the ripe pear, then add the pieces to a blender with the lemon juice and honey/maple syrup.
  2. Blitz until smooth, then strain through a fine sieve into a small bowl to remove pulp if you prefer a clear drink.
  3. Fill a tall glass halfway with ice and pour in the pear mixture.
  4. Stir in the elderflower cordial until combined.
  5. Top gently with chilled sparkling water and give one gentle stir to keep the fizz.
  6. Garnish with pear slices, a mint sprig, and a light dusting of cinnamon if using.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp, floral sparkle—cheers to a festive sip!

Cranberry Orange Faux Cosmopolitan

Bright, festive, and fizz-ready — a cranberry-orange faux Cosmopolitan that feels fancy without the booze.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cranberry juice (preferably 100% unsweetened or light)
  • 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (about 1 orange)
  • 1–2 tbsp lime juice (fresh), to taste
  • 1–2 tsp simple syrup or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • 2–3 oz club soda or sparkling water per serving (for fizz)
  • Ice
  • Orange twist or slice and fresh cranberries for garnish
  • Optional: a few drops of vanilla extract or a sprig of rosemary for a holiday twist

How to Make:

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker or large jar halfway with ice.
  2. Pour in the cranberry juice, orange juice, and lime juice.
  3. Add simple syrup if you like it a touch sweeter, and a few drops of vanilla if using.
  4. Shake or swirl vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
  5. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini-style glass filled with fresh ice, or serve straight up.
  6. Top each glass with 2–3 oz of club soda or sparkling water for a light fizz.
  7. Garnish with an orange twist and a couple of fresh cranberries (or a rosemary sprig for aroma).
  8. Give it a gentle stir and serve immediately.

Cheers — sip something bright, bubbly, and perfectly festive!

Warm Chai-Infused Holiday Punch

Warm, spiced comfort in a cup — perfect for cozying up by the tree.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups water
  • 3 chai tea bags (or 3 tablespoons loose-leaf chai)
  • 2 cups unsweetened apple cider
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 4 whole green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
  • 1 star anise (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Orange slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish

How to Make:

  1. Bring 6 cups of water to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add the chai tea bags (or loose chai in an infuser), cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, and star anise.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes to let the spices steep.
  4. Remove tea bags or strain out the loose tea and whole spices.
  5. Stir in the apple cider, orange juice, and maple syrup; warm through over low heat for 3–4 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Taste and adjust sweetness with more maple syrup if needed.
  8. Ladle into mugs and garnish with orange slices and a cinnamon stick.

Serve warm and enjoy the cozy, spiced holiday vibes!

Sparkling Fig and Vanilla Mocktail

Sparkling Fig and Vanilla Mocktail — a bubbly, cozy sip that tastes like holiday dessert in a glass.

Ingredients:

  • 4 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered (or 1/2 cup jarred figs, drained and chopped)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (or 1/2 vanilla bean scraped)
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 tbsp)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Sparkling water or nonalcoholic sparkling wine, chilled (about 1 to 1 1/2 cups)
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh rosemary sprig or a thin lemon slice for garnish (optional)

How to Make:

  1. Add the figs, vanilla, honey, lemon juice, and water to a small bowl or jar.
  2. Mash the mixture with a fork or muddler until the figs break down and the flavors combine.
  3. Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon to your liking.
  4. Fill a glass halfway with ice.
  5. Spoon about 2–3 tablespoons of the fig mixture over the ice (use more for stronger flavor).
  6. Top with chilled sparkling water or nonalcoholic sparkling wine and gently stir once to combine.
  7. Garnish with a rosemary sprig or lemon slice, if using.

Enjoy your Sparkling Fig and Vanilla Mocktail — festive, velvety, and perfect for toasting the holiday season!

Conclusion

You’ve got plenty of festive, alcohol-free options to serve friends and family. Try a warm cider toddy for cold nights, a fizzy cranberry punch for big crowds, or a pear-elderflower mocktail for something elegant. One useful stat: non-alcoholic beverage sales rose about 20% in recent years, so many guests may expect choices. Make batches ahead, chill or keep warm as needed, and garnish just before serving for best flavor and appearance.

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