As we embrace the new year, many of us are making resolutions to kickstart a healthier lifestyle, including participating in Dry January, a month-long break from alcoholic beverages. But who says your taste buds have to miss out on all the fun? We’ve got you covered with five delicious mocktail recipes that will keep you feeling refreshed and satisfied all month long.
1. Sparkling Berry Spritzer
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/2 cup sparkling water
- 1/2 cup lemonade
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves
- Crushed ice
- Evanesce compostable straw
Instructions:
- Muddle the mixed berries in a glass.
- Add crushed ice and fresh mint leaves.
- Pour in sparkling water and lemonade.
- Stir gently and garnish with a fresh berry and a compostable Evanesce straw.
2. Cucumber Cooler
Ingredients:
- 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 1/2 cup cold water
- Sliced cucumber and lime for garnish
- Evanesce compostable straw
Instructions:
- Blend cucumber, lime juice, honey, and water until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with cucumber and lime slices, and add a compostable Evanesce straw.
3. Tropical Paradise Punch
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon grenadine syrup
- Pineapple slices and maraschino cherries for garnish
- Evanesce compostable straw
Instructions:
- Mix pineapple juice, orange juice, coconut milk, and grenadine syrup in a glass filled with ice.
- Stir well.
- Garnish with pineapple slices, maraschino cherries, and an Evanesce compostable straw.
4. Virgin Mojito
Ingredients:
- 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup club soda
- Crushed ice
- Evanesce compostable straw
Instructions:
- Muddle lime wedges, sugar, and mint leaves in a glass.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Pour in club soda and stir.
- Add an Evanesce compostable straw and garnish with a lime wedge and mint sprig.
5. Watermelon Refresher
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh watermelon chunks
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup coconut water
- 1/4 cup sparkling water
- Evanesce compostable straw
Instructions:
- Blend watermelon, lime juice, coconut water, and sparkling water until smooth.
- Pour into a glass filled with ice.
- Insert an Evanesce compostable straw and enjoy!
Remember to make your Dry January journey not only delicious but also environmentally friendly by using Evanesce compostable straws. Let’s sip sustainably and make a positive impact on our planet, one mocktail at a time!