Amazing mocktail recipes to help you get through Dry January

Whether you’re on a detox from drinking a lot over Christmas or you just want to go on an extra health kick when you’re out with friends over January why not try one of these Mocktails…Dry January may not involve any alcohol but it most certainly does NOT have to be dry.

If you're going sober to raise money for Dry January, you can still enjoy a refreshing and delicious cocktail... without all the alcohol, of course.

And to help you on your journey to a booze-free 31 days, London's first-ever alcohol-free bar, Redemption, have shared their best easy-to-make mocktail recipes for you to try.

What you'll need: a cocktail shaker, some nice glasses, lots of juice and LOTS of lime...

Coco-Rita

Ingredients:

200ml coconut water

10ml agave syrup

50ml lime juice

Salt for the rim and a pinch for the drink, to taste

Method:

Prepare your glass by pouring salt on a plate, running a freshly cut lime along the glass rim and then dipping it in the salt, for decoration.

Pop a few cubes of ice into a cocktail shaker, adding the lime juice, orange juice, agave and coconut water (and the pinch of salt if you want).

Shake vigorously for 20 seconds. Make sure your pour into the glass from a height, so it serves frothy!

Coco-tini

This brightly-coloured mocktail is one of the most popular - and it's healthier than a regular martini.

Ingredients:

200ml coconut water

20ml blueberry or cranberry juice

10ml lime juice

A dash of agave, to taste

N.B the cranberry version doesn’t need agave or lime – just 25ml cranberry with the coconut water

Method:

Add all the ingredients, including a few ice cubes, into a cocktail shaker.

Give it a good shake for 20 seconds, and pour into the glass from a height.

Apple Mock-jito

Ingredients:

20ml apple fruit concentrate

3-4 fresh mint leaves

200ml good quality naturally sparkling mineral water

1 half lime, cut into chunks

Method:

Pour the apple fruit concentrate over the mint and lime, then make like Rita Ora and 'mash it up' with the end of the wooden spoon.

Pop some ice cubes on top and then finish with the sparkling mineral water.

Stir and decorate with a sliver of lime and a mint leaf.

Beet-O-Tini

Ingredients:

200ml coconut water

10ml fresh beetroot juice

10ml freshly squeezed orange juice

A dash of fresh lime juice to taste

Method:

Put a few cubes of ice into a cocktail shaker, then add all the ingredients.

Shake for 20 seconds and pour into the glass from a bit of a height so it looks nice and bright!

Elderflower and lemon fizz

This one's reminiscent of a champagne cocktail, so a great option if you're throwing a party this January!

Ingredients:

25ml elderflower cordial

10ml freshly squeezed lemon juice

200ml good quality naturally sparkling mineral water

Method:

Put a small amount of elderflower and lemon into a glass with ice, then pour over the mineral water.

Serve with a slice of lemon.

Other delicious mocktail ideas

Virgin Piña Colada

Feel like going on holiday? Look no further, we've got the best virgin Piña Colada recipe, that will make you feel like you're laying under a palm tree in Hawaii. Whether, with or without alcohol, it's one for everyone.

Ingredients

1 cup Frozen pineapple chunks

1/3 cup Coconut cream

1/2 cup Pineapple juice

Method

In a blender add all ingredients and 3 cups of ice and blend until smooth.

Add additional ice and blend again until desired consistency.

Full recipe: The Mindful Mocktail

Virgin sangria

This fresh and fruity virgin sangria recipe not only looks stunning but is filled with loads of delish fruit too. This is definitely a non-alcoholic showstopper.

Ingredients

1 lemon (sliced, with peel)

1 lime (sliced, with peel)

1 orange (sliced, with peel)

1 cored apple (sliced, with peel)

3 cups grape juice

3/4 cup apple juice

3/4 cup orange juice

1 1/2 Tablespoons lemon juice

2-3 cups sparkling mineral carbonated water

Method

Clean and cut up all the fruit. Add to a glass pitcher.

Add grapes, apples, oranges and lemon juice and gently mix. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Preferably 4-6.

Right before serving, adding the sparkling mineral water. Gently mix together and serve.

Full recipe:****I Heart Naptime

Non-Alcoholic Ginger Mimosa

Start your brunch off with a kick with this aromatic virgin mimosa. Made with a simple mixture of orange juice and ginger ale that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

1/2 glass fresh orange juice, chilled

1 tsp maple syrup

16 oz or 1 glass ginger ale

4 pieces fresh ginger, sliced into 1 inch

1 orange, sliced

5-6 ice cubes

Method

Take a pitcher, add orange juice, maple syrup and mix well.

Now add ice cubes and shake well again.

Add ginger ale and stir well.

Fill two tall glasses with the prepared non-alcoholic ginger mimosa.

Top with orange slices, ginger slices, and serve chilled.

Full recipe: My Ginger Garlic Kitchen

What is dry January?

Dry January is the UK's one-month alcohol-free challenge where you can not only kickstart the year on a health kick but raise money for charity too. You can get sponsored by asking your friends and family to help you raise money for an amazing cause.

For more information on Dry January and how you can raise money for charity, visit Cancer Research UK

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Ready to dive right into your next mocktail party? We've put together a list of absolutely everything you'll need, plus theme ideas and more. Here's a checklist to get you started:

Theme – Make sure you get that theme down. It guarantees that all your decorations, signs and supplies are cohesive. Stick with a certain colour or pattern if you’re stuck.

Cocktails – Don’t overdo it. Why not just make three signature cocktails for the night? Also, don’t forget the ice.

Entertainment – Party games are a good shout. Music is a great way to establish a vibe.

Food – Make it simple, nibbles are best, but ensure that everyone's preferences and intolerances are catered for.