Bottoms Up! 12 Mocktails Perfect For Summer Sipping
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If one of the things that you're missing most during your pregnancy is kicking back with an icy cold Summer cocktail at the end of a long day, you're in luck. We've rounded up 12 delicious, nonalcoholic drink recipes for moms-to-be, or anyone looking to cut back on their liquor intake. There's no reason to hit your next backyard barbecue empty-handed anymore. Cheers!
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Strawberry Balsamic Basil Spritzer
For a refreshing, light Summer drink, strawberry balsamic basil spritzers are sure to do the trick.
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Cucumber Limeade
Perfect for a Summer garden party, this cucumber limeade (available through Martha Stewart Cocktails) is superrefreshing without being as fruity and sweet as other nonalcoholic cocktails. Drink your veggies!
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Lavender Lemonade
Lemons, lavender, and honey blend for the unexpected flavor combination in lavender lemonade.
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Peach Limeade
Pureeing fresh peaches is the key to tangy, fruity peach limeade — just delicious!
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The Elixir
The mixologists at The Kitchn were lucky enough to score NYC hot spot Eleven Madison Park's secret formula for the elixir, a light, ginger-lime mocktail.
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Apple Cider, Cranberry, and Ginger Punch
Apple cider, cranberry, and ginger punch is perfect for an Indian Summer evening when there's a slight chill in the air.
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Sparkling Cran-Lime Spritzer
This Sparkling Cran-Lime Spritzer isn't just refreshingly delicious, it's also packed with vitamin C, manganese, and antioxidants, perfect for expectant mamas.
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Berry-Lemon Sparklers
Easy to make berry-lemon sparklers can be garnished with sprigs of mint and fresh berries for a festive look.
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Sparkling Mint Refresher
Fight off nausea and morning (err, all-day) sickness with an icy Sparkling Mint Refresher. So good, you'll crave it even after your pregnancy is over!
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Agua Frescas
A trio of fruity agua frescas in strawberry lemon, citrus peach, and coconut raspberry lemon make a nonalcoholic substitute for sangria. Choose your favorite or offer up all three.
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Mamarita
Missing out on those classic margaritas? The combination of agave nectar and citrus juices in mamaritas is so delicious, you won't even miss the tequila!
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Flavored Waters
Pregnant or not, Summer partygoers will appreciate a seasonal setup of flavored waters. Infused with fruits, vegetables, and herbs, the combination of options are endless. Try cucumber rosemary or strawberry basil!