Brilliant Non-Alcoholic Cocktails for College Party

Movies did their best to ingrain in our heads the idea of college as a place with all-night-long crazy parties with tons of alcoholic cocktails. This stereotype is persistent, tenacious, and hard to debunk. But who, if not you and we, can do our part in dispelling such myths?

If you don't like alcohol or if you have other reasons to avoid it, it doesn't mean you can't visit or host a party in college. Non-alcoholic cocktails are an excellent option! They'll save you money and health and allow you to skip hangovers, which is especially helpful if the following day after the party, you have to take an exam, write a test, or return to the role of a dissertation writer working on your research.

Mocktails, anyone?

A mocktail is a non-alcoholic drink designed to resemble a cocktail in terms of flavor, presentation, and complexity but without containing alcohol. Generally, it's a mixture of sodas, fruit juices, syrups, herbs, and garnishes to create a flavorful and refreshing drink for those who don't (or can't) consume alcohol.

The mocktail market is growing, and they are more than a simple substitute for sobers. Many bars include these drinks in their menu, so why not follow their lead and organize a mocktail college party? We've gathered the yummiest non-alcoholic cocktails in this article so you can choose some to taste-test with your fellows.

Fresh, non-alcoholic cocktails for your party

Cherry-Infused Dr. Pepper™ Punch:

Fill a large punch bowl with ice. Pour two liters of Dr. Pepper™ soda and add a cherry or pom-cherry juice bottle. Add a liter of fresh lime juice or ginger ale to enhance the flavors. Sprinkle with fresh cherries or pomegranate arils for garnish. These are ingredients to serve 12-15 people at your college party.

Sangria:

Combine four cups of passion fruit juice, ginger ale (eight cups), and a cup of sparkling water in a large pitcher. Add slices of oranges, kiwis, limes, and star fruits, followed by a handful of fresh cranberries. Chill for an hour and then serve with ice, garnishing with a citrus slice. (Serve for 6-8 people.)

Sparkling Summer Limeade:

You'll need one cup of blueberries, one cup of diced kiwi, pineapple, and mango, one cup of sliced strawberries, 3/4 cup limeade concentrate, and four cups (a liter) lemon-lime soda or ginger ale. Layer all the fruits in a large pitcher, drizzle with limeade, and top with soda or ale. Stir and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch. (Servings: 8)

White Grape Spritzer:

Fill your pitcher with ice and pour 4 cups of white grape juice. Add four cups of ginger ale and a lemon splash for a citrusy kick. Stir gently. Now it's time to decorate it with a lemon slice or a few frozen grapes to keep it cool. You can also add frozen red grapes and sliced oranges. (Servings: 8)

Blood Orange Punch:

Fill a punch bowl with ice cubes. Add a chilled blood orange Italian soda, two bottles (32 oz each) of cranberry juice, and one cup of lemon juice. Add 2/3 cup sugar and stir gently. Decorate with orange slices and fresh mint leaves for a vibrant, citrusy punch. (The ingredients make 3-1/2 quarts of the drink.)

Harvest Apple Cider:

Heat four cups of apple cider, 1/2 cup water, and four cups of pineapple juice in a pot. (Add a cinnamon stick and five whole cloves.) Let it simmer for 10 minutes, then pour into a mug. Serve warm, with an apple slice or a cinnamon stick on top. (You'll get two quarts.)

Sparkling Ginger Lemonade:

Start by filling your glass with ice. Pour 1/2 cup of ginger ale and 1/4 cup of lemon juice into the glass. Stir gently and add a tablespoon of honey for sweetness. Decorate the cocktail with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh thyme.

Here is another recipe for this mocktail:

Combine two cups of water, one cup of honey, and two tablespoons of freshly minced ginger in a saucepan. Boil and then cover, letting it steep for 10 minutes. After that, strain the liquid and cool it. Transfer the cooled ginger-honey mixture to a pitcher and stir in two cups of chilled club soda and one cup of lemon juice. If you like, decorate the drink with fresh mint and serve it over ice for a refreshing treat. (Servings: 5)

Spiced Cider Punch:

Combine a cup of apple cider with a glass of 1/4 cup of cranberry juice, add a bit of cinnamon, then stir. Serve over ice, decorated with a cinnamon stick and a few fresh cranberries for a warm, autumnal flavor. (Prepare as many servings as guests at your college party.)

Blackberry Shrub:

In a glass, muddle a few fresh blackberries with one tablespoon of sugar and one spoonful of apple cider vinegar. Fill the glass with ice, pour 1/2 cup of sparkling water, and stir. Garnish with a few whole blackberries and a mint sprig for a refreshing twist. (It's served to one person, so repeat the ingredients depending on how many guests you'll have.)

Honeydew Lime Cooler:

Blend 4-1/2 cups of honeydew melon cubes with two tablespoons of fresh lime juice and a teaspoon of honey. Pour over ice and top with sparkling water. Stir and decorate with a lime wedge and a few melon balls for a refreshing cooler. (These ingredients are enough for five servings.)

Cranberry Limeade:

Fill a pitch with ice cubes, then pour 2-3 cups of cranberry juice and 3-1/2 cups of water. Add 1-1/4 cups of sugar and 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir, then top with a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy finish. Garnish with cranberries and a lime wheel for a festive look. Feel free to add a tablespoon of grated lime zest if desired. (Servings: 7)

Iced Honeydew Mint Tea:

Boil four cups of water in a saucepan and remove from heat. Add eight green tea bags and around 20 fresh mint, then leave it steep for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Discard the bags and mint, add 2/3 cup of sugar, 5 cups of diced honeydew melon, and 3 cups of ice cubes, and blend it! (These ingredients make ten servings.)

Spiced Apricot Cider:

Warm 1 cup of apple cider with 1/4 cup of apricot juice into a pot. Add a pinch of cinnamon and cloves, then simmer for 10 minutes. Pour into a mug and garnish with an apricot slice and a cinnamon stick for a cozy spiced cider. (Repeat the ingredients depending on how many servings you need at your party.)

That's it, folks!

We hope these non-alcoholic cocktails are yummy and diverse enough to satisfy the tastes of even the pickiest gourmets. Whether you're hosting a college party or want to chill with a book or movie in the evening, any of our mocktails is at your service.

And remember:

There are no strict rules for making them. Add or change ingredients to your taste, and let your imagination run wild.

Here is the last secret tip for the people who read this article! Try this cocktail: Sweet Bite