12 Easy Christmas Mocktail Recipes

Here we are – another holiday season is upon us. The parties. The food. The drinks. Screech. The drinks. They can make you slam those brakes on so fast you get whiplash. But don’t let going alcohol-free take the sparkle out of your season. We’re bringing you the 12 Mocktails of Christmas – easy Christmas mocktail recipes that let you twinkle and twirl without wanting to hurl the next morning. Indulge and enjoy!

At This Naked Mind, we know how loaded holiday beverages can feel when you’re rethinking your relationship with alcohol. These 12 drinks are designed to be simple, satisfying, and completely booze-free, so you can stay present for every laugh, every late-night board game, and every sleepy-eyed Christmas morning.

TLDR: Easy Christmas Mocktail Recipes at a Glance

• 12 easy Christmas mocktail recipes inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas
• A mix of sparkling, creamy, citrusy, and spiced sips—without a drop of alcohol
• Simple, grocery-store ingredients and minimal equipment required
• Food pairing suggestions for each drink to make effortless holiday menus
• Perfect for a personal 12-day mocktail challenge, hosting, or cozy nights in

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Perfect Partridge Spritz

A partridge traditionally comes surrounded by rich, wintry flavors—pear, apple, grapes, cranberries, and fragrant herbs. The Perfect Partridge Spritz turns that flavor mix into a light, sophisticated mocktail that feels more like something from a chef’s tasting menu than the kids’ punch bowl. It’s gently sweet from orchard fruits and balanced by the thyme and a whisper of warm spice.

This is a great “welcome drink” for guests or a simple way to elevate decorating the tree into a tiny ritual. Because it’s built on juice and herbs instead of spirits, you get all the complexity and none of the foggy-headed aftermath.

Ingredients

• 3 oz pear juice (or 2 oz pear juice + 1 oz apple juice)
• 1 oz white grape juice
• 4–5 fresh cranberries (lightly muddled or left whole for garnish)
• 1 small fresh thyme sprig, plus extra for garnish
• Small pinch ground coriander or ground cardamom
• Ice
• 2–3 oz soda water or dry ginger ale to top
• Thin pear slice, for garnish

Instructions

1. Lightly muddle the cranberries and thyme sprig in the bottom of a mixing glass or shaker.
2. Add pear juice, white grape juice, and a small pinch of coriander or cardamom.
3. Fill with ice and stir gently to chill.
4. Strain into an ice-filled stemless wine glass.
5. Top with soda water or dry ginger ale.
6. Garnish with a pear slice and an extra thyme sprig.

Food Pairings

Serve the Perfect Partridge Spritz with roast turkey, herb-stuffed chicken, or a holiday cheese board featuring aged cheddar, brie, and fresh grapes.

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Caramel Turtle Dove

“Turtle” candies (chocolate, caramel, and pecans) inspired this cozy Caramel Turtle Dove mocktail. Instead of leaning into syrupy-sweet territory, we bring in cold brew coffee to add an appealing bitter bite and keep things feeling grown-up. It’s dessert in a glass—but the kind that still lets you sleep well and wake up clear-headed.

This is the perfect choice for gift-wrapping marathons, board games by the fire, or as a non-alcoholic alternative to an espresso martini. You can make it with decaf coffee if you’re caffeine-sensitive, and with oat or almond milk if you’re dairy-free.

Ingredients

• 3 oz cold brew coffee or strong cooled coffee (regular or decaf)
• 2 oz milk, oat milk, or almond milk
• 1 tbsp caramel sauce or caramel syrup
• 1 tsp toasted pecan syrup or 1 tbsp finely crushed toasted pecans
• Small pinch sea salt
• Ice
• Extra caramel and crushed pecans, for garnish

Instructions

1. Add coffee, milk, caramel, pecan syrup or crushed pecans, and sea salt to a shaker.
2. Fill with ice and shake until well-chilled and slightly frothy.
3. Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
4. Drizzle a thin ribbon of caramel over the top and sprinkle with additional crushed pecans.

Food Pairings

This indulgent mocktail pairs beautifully with pecan pie, chocolate brownies, flourless chocolate cake, or even simple shortbread cookies.

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French Hens Kir Royale

French hens deserve a French classic. The French Hens Kir Royale is a non-alcoholic take on the beloved Kir Royale—traditionally made with Champagne and crème de cassis. Here, blackcurrant syrup and dry alcohol-free bubbles combine to create a deep jewel-toned drink that feels sophisticated enough for any holiday toast.

This is one of those easy Christmas mocktail recipes you can build right in the glass, making it ideal for last-minute guests or a simple “something special” with Christmas Eve dinner.

Ingredients

• 1/2–3/4 oz blackcurrant syrup (cassis-style) or unsweetened blackcurrant juice
• 4 oz dry non-alcoholic sparkling wine or
  • 2 oz white grape juice + 2 oz soda water, well-chilled
• Small squeeze fresh lemon juice (about 1/4 tsp), optional

Instructions

1. Add the blackcurrant syrup to the bottom of a chilled champagne flute.
2. If using, add a tiny squeeze of lemon juice.
3. Slowly top with chilled alcohol-free sparkling wine or the white grape juice/soda water blend.
4. Gently stir once, if desired, to lightly mix without losing the bubbles.

Food Pairings

Serve alongside creamy brie, baked camembert, smoked salmon blinis, or a simple charcuterie board with olives and cornichons.

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Blackbird Violet Fizz

In early versions of The Twelve Days of Christmas, the lyrics said “four colly birds,” an old expression for blackbirds, before it gradually morphed into the “four calling birds” most of us sing today. The Blackbird Violet Fizz tips its hat to that original lyric with a dark-tea base and a swirl of floral violet, bright citrus, and tropical pineapple.

This one looks soft and simple, but don’t let that fool you. The black tea adds just enough bite to keep it from being overly sweet, so it still feels like a real, grown-up drink.

Ingredients

• 3 oz strong brewed black tea, chilled
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 oz pineapple juice
• 1/2 oz violet syrup (or lavender syrup if violet is unavailable)
• 1–2 oz soda water
• Ice
• Lemon twist, for garnish

Instructions

1. Add chilled black tea, lemon juice, pineapple juice, and violet syrup to a shaker with ice.
2. Shake until well-chilled.
3. Strain into a coupe or rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
4. Top with soda water.
5. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Food Pairings

Pair with herb-roasted chicken, citrus-glazed salmon, or a festive salad with goat cheese, candied nuts, and dried fruit.

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Golden Rings Sparkler

Five golden rings turn into the Golden Rings Sparkler—a simple apple and orange mocktail that feels cozy and familiar. The clove-studded orange peel and tiny splash of maple give it that warm holiday vibe without making it heavy.

This is a fantastic all-purpose party drink: easy to batch, beautiful in a punch bowl, and flexible enough to serve at brunch, dinner, or New Year’s Eve.

Ingredients

• 3 oz cloudy apple juice or unspiced apple cider
• 1 1/2 oz fresh orange juice
• 1/4 oz maple syrup (about 1 1/2 tsp), optional
• 1 strip orange peel studded with 3–4 whole cloves
• Ice
• 2–3 oz sparkling water or ginger ale to top
• 1–2 thin orange rounds or dehydrated orange wheels, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a mixing glass, combine apple juice, orange juice, and maple syrup (if using).
2. Add the clove-studded orange peel and ice, then stir to chill and lightly infuse.
3. Strain into a stemmed glass filled with fresh ice.
4. Top with sparkling water or ginger ale.
5. Garnish with orange “rings” on the rim or floating in the glass.

Food Pairings

Serve alongside roast pork, honey-glazed ham, stuffing, or a cheese board featuring sharp cheddar and blue cheese.

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Wild Goose Cooler

Geese often show up seasoned with bold herbs and citrus on holiday tables. The Wild Goose Cooler translates that vibe into a non-alcoholic drink built around blood orange, lime, and a Chinese five-spice syrup. It’s complex, slightly bitter, and deeply aromatic—perfect for anyone who prefers their drinks dry rather than sugary.

This is one of those mocktails that genuinely feels like a craft cocktail, making it a fantastic choice when you want to feel fully part of the moment, minus the alcohol.

Ingredients

For the five-spice syrup (makes several drinks):

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder

For one Wild Goose Cooler:

• 2 oz fresh blood orange juice
• 1 oz orange juice (if blood oranges are limited)
• 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2–3/4 oz five-spice syrup (to taste)
• Ice
• 2–3 oz soda water or tonic water
• Orange wheel and star anise pod, for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the syrup: Combine sugar, water, and Chinese five-spice powder in a small saucepan. Bring just to a simmer, stir until sugar dissolves, then remove from heat and let cool. Strain to remove solids and store in the fridge.
2. For the drink, add blood orange juice, orange juice, lime juice, and five-spice syrup to a shaker with ice.
3. Shake until well-chilled.
4. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass.
5. Top with soda water or tonic.
6. Garnish with an orange wheel and a star anise pod.

Food Pairings

This mocktail pairs beautifully with roast goose or duck, orange-glazed chicken, or rich vegetarian dishes like mushroom wellington.

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Seven Swans Winter Spritz

The Seven Swans Winter Spritz glides in on exactly seven ingredients: lemon, honey, ginger, cucumber, mint, still water, and soda water. It’s crisp and spa-like, yet still belongs firmly in winter, thanks to the warming ginger and soothing honey.

This is a refreshing palate cleanser between heavier dishes, and it’s ideal if you’re craving something light and hydrating in the middle of a rich holiday spread.

Ingredients

• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp honey (or honey syrup if you prefer it pre-dissolved)
• 3–4 thin slices fresh ginger
• 3–4 cucumber slices
• 4–5 fresh mint leaves
• 2 oz still water
• 3–4 oz soda water
• Ice

Instructions

1. In a shaker or mixing glass, muddle ginger, cucumber, mint, lemon juice, and honey together until fragrant.
2. Add still water and a handful of ice, then shake or stir briefly to chill.
3. Double-strain into an ice-filled glass to remove most of the solids.
4. Top with soda water.
5. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon or mint sprig.

Food Pairings

Serve with smoked salmon, vegetable crudités, roasted Brussels sprouts, or a simple grain salad with cranberries and nuts.

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Nutmeg Milk Punch

For eight maids a-milking, the Nutmeg Milk Punch is pure cozy comfort. It’s based on classic milk punch but skips the booze and leans on nutmeg, vanilla, and just a touch of sweetness. A splash of tea or decaf coffee keeps it interesting without making it heavy.

It’s a wonderful substitute for eggnog if you prefer something lighter, and you can serve it either warm or chilled depending on your mood—and the weather.

Ingredients

• 4 oz whole milk, oat milk, or a blend
• 2 oz strong brewed black tea or decaf coffee, cooled (optional)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1–2 tsp maple syrup or simple syrup, to taste
• Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
• Pinch ground cinnamon
• Tiny pinch sea salt
• Extra nutmeg, for garnish

Instructions

For a warm version:

1. In a small saucepan, combine milk, tea or coffee (if using), vanilla, maple syrup, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Warm gently over low heat, stirring frequently, until hot but not boiling.
3. Pour into a mug and top with a light sprinkle of nutmeg.

For a chilled version:

1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
2. Shake until frothy and cold.
3. Strain into an ice-filled glass and sprinkle with nutmeg.

Food Pairings

This milk punch pairs well with cinnamon rolls, gingerbread, panettone, or a simple slice of buttered toast on a slow holiday morning.

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Disco Citrus Dazzler

Nine ladies dancing calls for disco. The Disco Citrus Dazzler is bright, bubbly, and party-ready, complete with edible glitter that swirls like a mirrorball in your glass. Grapefruit, lime, and a splash of cranberry or pomegranate keep it tangy and refreshing.

This is the perfect mocktail for holiday parties and New Year’s Eve—especially if you want something that looks as fun as any cocktail in the room.

Ingredients

• 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice
• 1 oz cranberry juice or pomegranate juice
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2–3/4 oz simple syrup, to taste
• 3–4 oz soda water or lemon-lime seltzer
• Small pinch edible luster dust or edible glitter (silver or iridescent)
• Ice
• Grapefruit or lime wheel, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a shaker, combine grapefruit juice, cranberry or pomegranate juice, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice.
2. Shake until well-chilled.
3. Strain into an ice-filled tall glass.
4. Top with soda water or lemon-lime seltzer.
5. Stir in a small pinch of edible glitter until the drink shimmers.
6. Garnish with a citrus wheel.

Food Pairings

Serve with party snacks like chips and salsa, veggie platters, shrimp cocktail (or a plant-based alternative), and mini flatbreads.

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Leaping Lords Lemon Fizz

Ten lords a-leaping feel like fizzy, bouncing bubbles in a glass. The Leaping Lords Lemon Fizz brings tart lemon-lime flavor, lots of effervescence, and a Pop Rocks rim that quite literally crackles and pops like leaping feet on a dance floor.

This is a playful mocktail that kids and adults can enjoy together, and it’s one of the most fun easy Christmas mocktail recipes to bring out when everyone needs a laugh.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• 3/4 oz simple syrup or agave syrup
• 4 oz soda water or club soda
• Ice
• 1 tbsp Pop Rocks candy (citrus or sour flavor), for rimming
• Small amount of simple syrup or honey, for rimming

Instructions

1. Place Pop Rocks on a small plate. Lightly coat the rim of a chilled glass with simple syrup or honey, then dip into the Pop Rocks to coat.
2. In a shaker, combine lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice.
3. Shake until chilled.
4. Strain into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
5. Top with soda water or club soda and give a gentle stir to combine.

Food Pairings

Pair with lemon bars, sugar cookies, or lighter savory bites like bruschetta, grilled shrimp, or roasted vegetables.

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Pipers’ Piping Mocktail

If the “pipers piping” had an official house drink, this would be it. The copper mug and spicy ginger set the beat, and then pomegranate, cranberry, and lime join in like a bright little holiday chorus. It’s crisp, tart, and the kind of sip that makes your mouth want to sing along.

This is a fantastic option for anyone who loves bold, gingery drinks and wants a holiday mocktail that feels just as satisfying as the “real thing.”

Ingredients

• Ice
• 2 oz pomegranate juice
• 2 oz 100% cranberry juice
• 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
• 3–4 oz non-alcoholic ginger beer
• Rosemary sprig or cinnamon stick, for garnish

Instructions

1. Fill a copper mug with ice.
2. Add pomegranate juice, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
3. Stir to combine and chill.
4. Top with ginger beer.
5. Garnish with a rosemary sprig or a cinnamon stick “piper’s staff.”

Food Pairings

Serve with roast beef, mushroom gravy, hearty stews, or rich appetizers like stuffed mushrooms and baked brie.

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Peppermint Drumline Cooler

Twelve drummers drumming close out the carol, and the Peppermint Drumline Cooler brings the finale energy to your glass. Peppermint sticks stand in as “drumsticks,” and the drink itself is a clean, minty-citrus highball that feels like a grown-up candy cane without crossing into milkshake territory.

It’s bright, invigorating, and perfect for that last holiday hurrah—or for sipping while you finally put your feet up after a long season.

Ingredients

• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz fresh lime juice or 2 oz lemon-lime juice blend
• 1/2–3/4 oz mint-infused simple syrup or peppermint syrup (to taste)
• 3–4 oz soda water or lemon-lime seltzer
• Optional: 1 oz white grape juice, for a softer edge
• Ice
• 2 mini candy canes or peppermint sticks, for “drumsticks”
• Fresh mint sprig, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a shaker, combine lemon juice, lime juice (or lemon-lime blend), mint or peppermint syrup, and white grape juice (if using) with ice.
2. Shake until well-chilled.
3. Strain into an ice-filled highball glass.
4. Top with soda water or lemon-lime seltzer.
5. Garnish with two peppermint sticks crossed like drumsticks and a mint sprig.

Food Pairings

Pair with chocolate desserts (brownies, flourless cake, chocolate bark), peppermint bark, or simple vanilla sugar cookies.

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More Ideas for Easy Christmas Mocktail Recipes

If these easy Christmas mocktail recipes have you excited to experiment more, you’re in the right place. You can:

Your holiday doesn’t need alcohol to be magical. With the right drink in your hand and the right support at your back, you can make this the season you remember for all the best reasons.

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