Looking for a refreshing and healthy way to quench your thirst this summer? Look no further than Vancouver’s vibrant mocktail scene! From fruity blends to herbal infusions, you’ll find plenty of delicious non-alcoholic drinks to keep you hydrated and satisfied all season long. So grab your glass and get ready to sip smart with our top 7 healthy mocktail picks in Vancouver – cheers!
Introduction
Vancouver is a beautiful city with an abundance of healthy mocktail options! Here are our top picks for the healthiest mocktails in Vancouver:
1) The Green Goddess at Juice caboose: This refreshing drink is made with cucumber, mint, apple, lime, and honey. It’s hydrating and perfect for a summer day!
2) The Beet Boxer at Nectar Juicery: This delicious mocktail is made with beet juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and ginger. It’s both detoxifying and energizing!
3) The Antioxidant Elixir at Mighty Underdog: This powerful drink is made with acai berry juice, pomegranate juice, blueberry juice, and green tea. It’s packed with antioxidants and perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up!
Mocktail #1: The Peach and Pineapple Punch
This mocktail is a refreshing and fruity summertime drink! It’s made with fresh peaches, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and sparkling water. You can find all of these ingredients at your local grocery store. This mocktail is also dairy-free and gluten-free.
Mocktail #2: The Gingerberry Fizz
Gingerberry Fizz 1 oz cranberry juice 1 oz lime juice 4-6 oz seltzer or sparkling water slice of fresh ginger
Directions:
1. Combine cranberry juice, lime juice, and seltzer in a glass.
2. Garnish with a slice of fresh ginger.
3. Enjoy!
Mocktail #3: Watermelon Mint Cooler
Ingredients:
1 cup watermelon, cubed 1/2 lime, juiced 6-8 mint leaves 1 cup sparkling water or club soda
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine watermelon, lime juice, and mint leaves. Blend until smooth.
2. Pour mixture into a glass and top with sparkling water or club soda.
3. Garnish with a slice of lime and a sprig of mint, if desired. Enjoy!
Mocktail #4: Apple Cider Spritzer
This healthy mocktail is perfect for fall! It’s made with apple cider, sparkling water, and a dash of cinnamon. This refreshing drink is low in calories and has no added sugar.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup apple cider
– 1 cup sparkling water
– Ground cinnamon (to taste)
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a large glass, combine the apple cider and sparkling water.
2. Add a dash of ground cinnamon and stir until well combined.
3. Add ice cubes and enjoy!
Mocktail #5: Honeydew Mojito Granita
This final mocktail is a refreshing and unique take on the classic mojito. Our Honeydew Mojito Granita is made with fresh honeydew, mint, lime juice, and sparkling water. It’s the perfect summertime treat!
Ingredients:
-3 cups of diced honeydew
-½ cup of fresh mint leaves, chopped
-2 tablespoons of lime juice
-1 cup of sparkling water
-1 tablespoon of sugar (optional)
Directions:
1. In a blender or food processor, blend the honeydew, mint leaves and lime juice until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish and place in the freezer. Let the mixture freeze for 2 to 3 hours until it has the consistency of slushy ice.
3. Scoop out individual servings into glasses and top off with sparkling water and a sprinkle of sugar if desired. Enjoy!
Mocktail #6: Orange Cranberry Sparkler
Ingredients:
-1/2 cup fresh cranberries
-1/2 orange, juiced
-1/4 cup honey
-1/4 cup sparkling water
-ice cubes
Directions:
1. In a blender, combine the cranberries, orange juice, honey, and sparkling water.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour into glasses over ice cubes and enjoy!
Mocktail #7: Salty Grapefruit Margarita
This Salty Grapefruit Margarita is a delicious and healthy mocktail that’s perfect for summertime sipping! Made with fresh grapefruit juice, lime juice, and a touch of salt, this refreshing drink is sure to hit the spot. Serve it up on its own or garnish with a slice of grapefruit or lime for extra zing.
Ingredients:
• 1/2 cup fresh grapefruit juice
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
• pinch of salt
• 4 tablespoons club soda
• ice cubes (or crushed ice, if desired)
Instructions:
1. In a glass, stir together the grapefruit juice, lime juice and salt until combined.
2. Fill the glass with ice cubes or crushed ice.
3. Pour in the club soda, stirring gently to combine.
4. Garnish with a slice of grapefruit or lime and serve immediately.