19 Christmas Mocktail Recipes You Can Make at Home

Looking for ways to upgrade your holiday beverage game without alcohol?

This collection delivers nineteen non-alcoholic drink ideas that bring color, flavor, and culture to any December gathering.

From tangy punches loaded with citrus to warming spiced sips that fill your kitchen with cinnamon and clove, each recipe offers something distinct.

Whether you’re hosting a family brunch, planning a kids’ party, or simply want impressive drinks that everyone can enjoy, these alcohol-free creations prove you don’t need spirits to make a statement.

You’ll find fizzy options for cocktail hour, rich concoctions for dessert time, and batch recipes that serve a crowd without constant refilling.

Each drink uses ingredients you can find at any grocery store, and most come together in under five minutes.

Just mix, pour, and watch your guests reach for seconds.

19 Christmas Mocktail Recipes

Here are some great options that cover sparkling sips, cozy cups, and crowd-friendly batches.

1. Grinch Punch Mocktail

Bright green, sweet, and playful, this punch is instantly recognizable and especially popular at family gatherings.

Ingredients:

• Lemon lime soda
• Pineapple juice
• Green Hawaiian punch or green fruit punch
• Lime sherbet or vanilla ice cream (optional)
• Ice
• Garnish: maraschino cherries

Simple recipe:

1. Combine pineapple juice and green punch in a punch bowl
2. Add ice and pour in lemon lime soda
3. Scoop sherbet on top just before serving
4. Garnish with cherries

2. Virgin Moscow Mule Mocktail

This alcohol-free version of the classic mule keeps the crisp, spicy flavor profile people love. Ginger beer delivers warmth and bite, while fresh lime juice keeps it refreshing.

Often served in copper mugs, it feels familiar and festive without being heavy.

Ingredients:

• Ginger beer
• Fresh lime juice
• Ice
• Fresh mint (optional garnish)
• Lime wedges

Simple recipe:

1. Fill a mug or glass with ice
2. Add fresh lime juice
3. Top with ginger beer
4. Stir gently and garnish with mint or lime

3. Cranberry Ginger Sparkler

This drink balances tart cranberry juice with the gentle heat of ginger ale for a crisp holiday sip.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cranberry juice
• 1/2 cup ginger ale
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Fresh ginger slices (about two slices)
• Ice
• Garnish: cranberries and lime wedges

Simple recipe:

1. Mix cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, and ginger slices in a shaker with ice
2. Strain into a glass and top with ginger ale
3. Stir gently for a bubbly, tart finish

4. Pomegranate Fizz

Bold pomegranate juice paired with club soda creates a tangy, jewel-toned drink that stands out on any table.

This drink relies on pomegranate’s natural tang rather than added sweetness

Ingredients:

• Pomegranate juice
• Citrus (lemon or lime)
• Sparkling water
• Ice

Simple recipe:

1. Add ice to your serving glass
2. Add pomegranate juice and a splash of citrus
3. Top with sparkling water and serve immediately

5. Rosemary Citrus Fizz

Fresh rosemary sprigs add an herbal aroma alongside lemon juice for a drink that feels elevated yet approachable. Rosemary shifts this drink away from fruit-forward and into something more aromatic.

Sparkling water keeps it light while the herb brings unexpected depth to the pomegranate base.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pomegranate juice
• 2 rosemary sprigs
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 cup club soda
• Ice cubes
• Garnish: lemon wedge or rosemary sprig

Simple recipe:

1. Shake pomegranate juice and rosemary to infuse flavor
2. Remove rosemary and add lemon juice and ice
3. Strain into a glass and top with club soda, then garnish

6. Apple Cider Mule Style Mocktail

Apple cider forms the base, enhanced with ginger beer for spice and fizz that mimics the classic mule profile.

Ingredients:

• Apple cider
• Ginger beer
• Fresh lime juice (optional)
• Ice

Simple recipe:

1. Start with a glass of ice
2. Add apple cider and a splash of lime juice
3. Top with ginger beer and stir gently

7. Non Alcoholic Mulled Wine Style Cup

Grape or cranberry juice simmered with cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange slices creates a warming alternative to chilled options.

Served hot in mugs for comfort on colder evenings.

Ingredients:

• Pomegranate juice or a mix of juices (pomegranate, cranberry, grape)
• Orange slices
• Cinnamon sticks
• Whole cloves
• Star anise (optional)
• Water (if juice base needs dilution)

Simple recipe:

1. Combine juices and spices in a pot
2. Bring to a simmer and cook 20–60 minutes
3. Strain and serve warm in mugs

8. Christmas Punch Bowl Mocktail

This punch is designed for self-serve setups and large groups. Large-format blend of fruit juices, ginger ale, and frozen fruit creates a colorful centerpiece for gatherings.

Ingredients:

• Fruit juices (cranberry, orange, apple, or a combination)
• Ginger ale or sparkling water
• Frozen fruit for color and chill

Simple recipe:

1. Combine juices in a large pitcher or bowl
2. Add frozen fruit to keep it cold
3. Top with ginger ale or sparkling water just before serving

9. Orange Cranberry Spritz

This spritz leans on the contrast between sweet orange juice and tart cranberry for a light, citrus-forward pour

The combination creates a vibrant red-orange gradient in the glass.

Ingredients:

• Orange juice
• Cranberry juice
• Sparkling water or seltzer
• Ice

Simple recipe:

1. Fill a glass with ice
2. Add orange and cranberry juices
3. Top with sparkling water and stir lightly

10. Sparkling Cider Cranberry Blend

Apple cider adds natural sweetness here, while cranberry juice keeps the flavor balanced and not overly rich.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cranberry juice
• 2 cups apple cider
• 1–2 cups sparkling water or soda
• Ice

Simple recipe:

1. Add ice to a glass
2. Add cranberry juice and apple cider
3. Top with sparkling water and stir lightly

11. Holiday Sangria Mocktail

This festive mocktail mimics the look and feel of classic sangria without alcohol.

Fruit juices and sparkling water combine with sliced citrus and berries for a colorful, crowd-friendly drink.

Ingredients:

• Red grape juice
• Orange juice
• Cranberry juice
• Sparkling water or lemon soda
• Orange slices
• Apple slices
• Fresh cranberries
• Ice

Simple recipe:

1. Combine grape, orange, and cranberry juices in a large pitcher
2. Add sliced fruit and ice
3. Chill until ready to serve
4. Top with sparkling water just before serving

12. Peppermint Hot Chocolate Style Mocktail

Hot chocolate base with peppermint extract and whipped cream transforms a familiar drink into something special.

This version feels more dessert-like than a standard beverage. Best saved for after dinner or as an afternoon pick-me-up when something sweet sounds right.

Ingredients:

• Hot chocolate (prepared)
• Peppermint extract (or peppermint stick)
• Whipped cream (optional)

Simple recipe:

1. Prepare hot chocolate per package or recipe instructions
2. Stir in a few drops of peppermint extract
3. Top with whipped cream and serve immediately

13. Holiday Mocktail with Cranberry, Apple, Ginger

Combines cranberry juice with apple cider, orange juice, and ginger ale for a brunch-ready pour that feels light and festive.

Ingredients:

• Ice
• 2 oz cranberry juice
• 2 oz apple cider or apple juice
• 1 oz fresh orange juice
• 2 oz ginger ale

Simple recipe:

1. Fill a tall glass with ice
2. Add cranberry juice, apple cider, and orange juice
3. Top with ginger ale and stir gently

14. Creamy Eggnog Style Mocktail

Milk, cream, vanilla, and nutmeg come together in a cold, velvety drink that honors classic holiday traditions. This version is rich and indulgent, making it better suited to smaller servings.

Perfect for those who want the nostalgic flavor of eggnog without alcohol.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 5 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg (plus extra for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Simple recipe:

1. Warm milk, cream, cinnamon stick, and nutmeg in a saucepan until steaming
2. Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale, then temper with warm milk mixture
3. Cook on low heat until thickened, stir in vanilla, and chill at least 2 hours

15. Cranberry Lime Sparkle

Cranberry juice and fresh lime juice come together for a bright, zesty combination that gets finished with bubbles.

The tartness balances just enough sweetness for a drink that feels uncomplicated.

Ingredients:

• Cranberry juice
• Sparkling water (or club soda)
• Lime juice
• Honey or sugar (optional)
• Ice cubes
• Lime slices for garnish (optional)

Simple recipe:

1. Add cranberry juice, lime juice, and a touch of honey or sugar to a glass with ice
2. Stir to combine
3. Top with sparkling water and add a lime slice for garnish

16. Pomegranate Mint Fizz

Pomegranate juice muddled with fresh mint leaves creates a drink that’s both refreshing and sophisticated. The mint brings a crisp, herbal note that offsets the fruit’s natural richness.

Ingredients:

• Pomegranate juice
• Fresh mint leaves
• Simple syrup
• Club soda
• Ice

Simple recipe:

1. Muddle mint leaves with simple syrup in a glass
2. Add pomegranate juice and ice
3. Top with club soda and stir gently

17. Spiced Apple Punch

Apple cider simmered with cinnamon, allspice, and clove delivers a drink that tastes like autumn in a cup.

Ingredients:

• Apple cider
• Cinnamon sticks
• Whole cloves
• Allspice berries
• Orange slices
• Apple slices

Simple recipe:

1. Add cider and spices to a pot
2. Bring to a simmer and steep for 20-30 minutes
3. Strain and serve warm with fruit slices

18. Cranberry Orange Punch

This punch works well when you need something reliable that appeals to a wide age range.

Ingredients:

• Cranberry juice
• Orange juice
• Ginger ale
• Ice
• Cinnamon sticks and fresh cranberries (optional garnish)

Simple recipe:

1. Mix cranberry and orange juice in a bowl or pitcher
2. Add ginger ale and ice
3. Garnish with cranberries

19. Berry Rosemary Spritz

Cranberry juice paired with rosemary simple syrup brings together fruity sweetness and herbal complexity in one glass.

The rosemary syrup adds a savory edge that keeps the cranberry from tasting flat.

Ingredients:

• Cranberry juice
• Rosemary simple syrup
• Soda water
• Ice
• Lime slices and rosemary sprigs (optional garnish)

Simple recipe:

1. Combine cranberry juice and rosemary simple syrup over ice
2. Top with soda water
3. Stir gently and garnish with lime and rosemary

Conclusion

These nineteen recipes demonstrate that memorable holiday beverages don’t require alcohol to make an impression.

Whether you gravitated toward the bubbly citrus combinations, the warming mulled varieties, or the creamy dessert-style cups, you now have a versatile toolkit for any December occasion.

Try one recipe for your next gathering, or prepare three different styles to give guests a real choice. Adjust the ratios based on your taste preferences.

Add more ginger if you want heat, dial back the sweetness if tart appeals to you, and throw in extra herbs for complexity.

The beauty here is that there’s no wrong approach. So grab your ingredients, choose your favorites from this lineup, and start mixing.

Your guests will appreciate the effort, and you’ll enjoy how quickly these come together.