Fun and Functional Summer Mocktails

Summer is almost here and with it comes fun in the sun, get-togethers, late nights, and often a cocktail (or several). Instead of indulging in alcohol, which can negatively affect literally every part of the body, try these delicious mocktail recipes made with natural, health-supportive ingredients. They provide a bit of fun and a lot of function, to help you not only enjoy yourself but also feel good about what you're putting in your body. Cheers to a happy and healthy summer!

Mocktail Recipe Basics:

The general rule when mixing mocktails is a 4:1:1/2 ratio. This simply means that you will use 4 parts of a "base", combined with 1 part "sour/acid", and 1/2 part "sweet". This ratio can be adjusted to create a variety of flavors to suite your preference but is typically a good starting point for any mocktail beverage. Beyond that, you can then add functional ingredients or garnishes as you wish and, of course, add ice. Here are a few ingredient ideas for each category, but feel free to get creative!

BASE	SOUR/ACID	SWEET	GARNISH/HERBS
100% Fruit Juice	Lemon Juice	Raw Honey	Citrus Wedge or Zest
Seltzer Water	Lime Juice	Maple Syrup	Mint, Rosemary, Basil
Coconut Water	Orange or Grapefruit	Agave Syrup	Lavendar or Rosehips
Black, Green or Herbal Tea	Ginger Beer or Juice	Stevia, Monk Fruit, Xylitol or similar	Herbal Tinctures, Medicinal Mushrooms
Kombucha	Apple Cider Vinegar	Coconut Syrup or Simple Syrup	Berries, Melon, Cucumber, Ginger

Mocktail Recipes:

Tart Cherry Twilight

The perfect "after dinner" drink, this mocktail combines tart cherry with magnesium for a double boost of melatonin and muscle relaxation.

Base: Tart Cherry Juice + Lime Seltzer

Sour/Acid: Lime Juice

Sweet: Raw Honey or Maple Syrup

Garnish/Herb: Magnesium Powder

*Mix tart cherry juice concentrate as directed. Add lime seltzer and lime juice to taste. Add sweetener of choice. Mix in a serving of magnesium powder (this can be flavored, unflavored, or even opened capsules if desired.)

Recommended Ingredients from Lucky's:

King Orchards Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate

Barber or Champane's Local Raw Honey

Doodles Local Pure Maple Syrup

Nixie Lime Ginger Sparkling Water

Magnesium Powder or Capsules

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After-Sun Spritzer

After a long day in the sun, your body needs some relief! Try this mocktail made with 100% aloe juice for a soothing and supportive sip that's amazing for your skin and digestion.

Base: 100% Aloe Juice + Flavored Seltzer, Coconut Water, or Ginger Beer

Sour/Acid: Citrus Juice of Choice

Sweet: Raw Honey or Agave Nectar

Garnish/Herb: Citrus Wedge or Ginger Slice

*Mix a serving of aloe juice with your choice of seltzer, coconut water, or ginger beer. Add lemon, lime or orange juice to taste. Add raw honey or agave to taste. Garnish with a citrus wedge or ginger slice.

Recommended Ingredients from Lucky's:

George's 100% Aloe Vera

Reed's Ginger Beer or Fentiman's Ginger Ale

Barber or Champane's Local Raw Honey

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Island Waters

Nothing says summer quite like coconut. This mocktail is all about hydration by using electrolyte rich ingredients. As they say..."put the lime in the coconut and drink it all up!"

Base: Coconut or Nopal Water + Pineapple Juice

Sour/Acid: Lime Juice

Sweet: Raw Honey or Agave Nectar

Garnish/Herb: Unrefined Salt Rim

*Rim your glass with unrefined salt. Mix equal parts coconut water and pineapple juice. Add lime juice to taste. Add raw honey or agave to taste. For a carbonated version, add a splash of seltzer. Want an alternative to coconut water? Try nopal (prickly pear cactus) water.

Recommended Ingredients from Lucky's:

Redmond Real Salt or Celtic Sea Salt

True Nopal Cactus Water

Wholesome Agave Nectar

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Hi-C "Sanbucha"

A healthy twist on sangria, this mocktail is full of bold colors, fruity flavors, and a punch of kombucha to boot. Not only is it loaded with vitamin C, but it's the perfect drink to savor during a summer sunset on the lake.

Base: Hibiscus Tea + Mango or other Kombucha

Sour/Acid: Orange Zest and Juice

Sweet: Maple Syrup or Agave Nectar

Garnish/Herb: Orange Slices

*Mix equal parts hibiscus tea and kombucha. Add the juice and zest of an orange. Add maple syrup or agave to taste. Garnish with orange slices.

Recommended Ingredients from Lucky's:

Bulk Hibiscus Flowers

GT's Kombucha

Doodles Local Pure Maple Syrup

Wholesome Agave Nectar

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Blueberry Brain Boost

Looking to banish brain fog and increase focus?

Try this mocktail packed with antioxidants and

energizing herbs. It's a refreshing way to give your brain a boost.

Base: Green Tea + Blueberry Juice

Sour/Acid: Lemon Juice

Sweet: Agave Nectar

Garnish/Herb: Mint Leaves + Ginkgo Extract

*Muddle mint leaves in glass. Mix equal parts green tea and blueberry juice. Add lemon juice or lemon seltzer if desired for carbonation. Add agave or preferred sweetener to taste. If desired, add a dropper of ginkgo extract for added effect.

Recommended Ingredients from Lucky's:

Bulk or Bag Green Tea

Wholesome Agave Nectar

Herb Pharm Ginkgo Extract

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Lovely Lavender Lemon

Relax and unwind with the classic combination of lavender and lemon. This mocktail also adds in a special ingredient known for its calming effects. Grab a book and hit the hammock with this lovely drink!

Base: Plain or Lemon Seltzer

Sour/Acid: Lemon Juice

Sweet: Honey Lavender Syrup *see recipe below

Garnish/Herb: Lemon Slice + Lemon Balm Extract

Honey Lavender Syrup:

1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup honey

1 pinch unrefined salt

Boil water over medium high heat. Remove from heat and stir in lavender, salt, and honey until dissolved. Let sit until cooled to room temperature. Strain out lavender flowers if desired.

*Mix lemon juice and seltzer water together. Add honey lavender syrup to taste. Add in one dropper of lemon balm extract. Garnish with a slice of lemon.

Recommended Ingredients from Lucky's:

Bulk Dried Lavender Flowers

Barber or Champane's Local Honey

Redmond Real Salt or Celtic Sea Salt

Herb Pharm Lemon Balm Extract