Intoxicating Non-Alcoholic Cocktails

Infused syrups, muddled fruit, zippy garnishes, stylish glassware. Why should drinks made with a shot of the hard stuff have all the fun? Move over, Shirley Temple. “Soft” cocktails are growing up!
Whether it's iced teas, lemonades or punches, festive non-alcoholic drinks are great for entertaining or just for sipping on when you're relaxing at home.

Why don't you give one or all of these delicious cocktails a try and let me know what you think!

Sparkling Raspberry Tea

Ingredients:

2 cups cold brewed tea

2 cups chilled raspberry or cranberry-raspberry juice

2 cups chilled sparkling water

Raspberries, lime slices or lemon slices, if desired

Fresh mint leaves, if desired

Method:

1. In large pitcher, mix tea, juice and sparking water.
2. Serve tea over ice. Garnish with raspberries and mint leaves.

Non-Alcoholic Sangria

Ingredients:

4 cups passion fruit juice

8 cups sparkling water or ginger ale

1 fresh kiwi, sliced

1 orange, sliced

1 star fruit, sliced

1 lime, sliced

1/2 cup fresh cranberries

Method:

1. Fill a large pitcher with ice. Add the juice and sparkling water or ginger ale.
2. Toss in the fruit slices.
3. Store in the fridge until ready to serve, or serve immediately.

Watermelon Lemonade with Kiwi Splash

Ingredients:

4 kiwifruit, peeled and cut into fourths

1 tablespoon sugar

8 cups cubed seedless watermelon

2 cans (12 ounces each) frozen lemonade concentrate

4 cups water

Method:

1. Place kiwifruit and sugar in blender. Cover and blend on medium speed just until smooth. Freeze 1 to 2 hours or until firm.
2. Place watermelon in blender or food processor (blender will be full until blended). Cover and blend on medium speed until smooth. Place frozen lemonade concentrate and water in large pitcher. Add watermelon mixture; mix well.
3. Pour watermelon lemonade into glasses. Spoon dollop of frozen kiwifruit on top. Serve immediately.