Hey, Reader!
When it comes to Thanksgiving, there's a lot to coordinate. The turkey, the sides, the drinks...
Not to put anything else on your plate, but what about those under 21, or those who prefer a booze-free beverage? While you can always offer up water, soda or juice, a holiday is the perfect opportunity to serve something a little more special!
Don't worry. There are tons of options that are easy and so tasty! Here are some of my favorite options when entertaining:
sparkling holiday mocktail
This drink embraces all the flavors of the season in one delicious, sparkling beverage! Tart cranberries combine seamlessly with sweet and spicy warmth of apple cider for a cozy sipper everyone will love.
apple cider mocktail
Packed with ginger and apple taste, this mocktail tastes like apple pie in a cup! Even better, this drink is super simple to make — whip one up in five minutes and get back to the celebration!
virgin espresso martini
All the flavor, none of the booze in this trending drink! It's a perfect way to end an evening, with abundant coffee flavors and warming sugar syrup.
mulled cider
Cozy and comforting, this easy favorite is a perfect fit for holiday celebrations. Mix up a big batch (in just 10 minutes) and let things simmer, filling your house with the scents of the season.
russian tea
To be honest, this tea is really more of a punch, and it’s more Southern than it is Russian — but it's definitely delicious! Whole spices, real fruit and fresh juices pack this tea-based drink full of flavor.
If you've chosen a signature drink for your Thanksgiving feast, you can also offer some easy swaps to make it fit for all your guests. Zero-proof spirits, swapping similarly-flavored juice for the liqueur or simply omitting the alcohol are all ways to transform a cocktail into a mocktail.
Cheers!
Susannah
