Mocktails are nothing new. They’ve been around for ages and are simply cocktails without any alcohol. Kids and teens enjoy ordering mocktails at weddings, sweet 16s, and other social events because they’re cool. This Thanksgiving, you might want to add fall mocktails to the list of beverages on hand.
It can be rough on tweens, and especially teens, to be relegated to the kids’ table for Thanksgiving dinner. Serving mocktails is a fun, fresh, and delicious way to make everyone feel included. There are so many delectable fall flavors that are earmarked for Thanksgiving mocktails, too. We’ve got a tasty menu of mocktails for kids that are easy to make and are so refreshing everyone will want some.
Mocktails for kids
Fall has so many wonderful flavors from apple and pumpkin to cranberry, that mix up well in mocktails. Even cinnamon and pear are super refreshing for Thanksgiving mocktails. Mocktail recipes don’t have to complicated either. We’ve got mocktails for kids that you can stir up quickly. Pour into a stylish glass, top with a bit of garnish, and everyone will want one.
Apple ginger fizz
All you need to shake up this mocktail for the kiddos is apple cider, ginger ale, ice, and a pinch of cinnamon. Have sliced apples on hand to use as a garnish.
- Combine 4 ounces of apple cider and 4 ounces of ginger ale in a shaker.
- Shake it up for about half a minute.
- Toss in a smidge of cinnamon for that inviting smell of autumn.
- Pour into a waiting glass containing ice cubes and two to three thinly sliced apples.
Sparkling apple cider
If you’re looking for a fast, no-fuss mocktail, try sparkling apple cider. Pour it into those fancy glasses over ice and add two to three thinly sliced apples, mint leaves, or cranberries. You have a refreshing mocktail that’s super simple. Martinelli’s Sparkling Apple Cider is available at Target and Costco. If you’d like to make your own sparkling apple cider, it’s not difficult. Favorite Family Recipes has an easy one.
Pear cinnamon mocktail
This tasty mocktail has a few more ingredients, but it is worth the effort. Sparkling water, lemon juice, an Anjou pear, cinnamon, and coconut sugar make this mocktail pop. A cinnamon stick and rosemary make it look pretty.
Maple pear sparkler
Pear juice, maple syrup, and sparkling water combine for this fabulous, flavorful fall mocktail. Ice and a cinnamon stick top it off.
Pumpkin mocktail
What would fall mocktails be without pumpkin? You might think pumpkin doesn’t belong in a drink, but not after you try this recipe from Clean Eating Kitchen. Pumpkin puree, apple cider, brown sugar, and ginger ale give a powerful fall punch. A cinnamon stick adds an autumn garnish. This mocktail starts off with heating the ingredients. So, allow a bit more time if you’re mixing this up for Thanksgiving dinner.
Thanksgiving is a food-centered holiday. There’s so much to think about with appetizers, dinner, and dessert, but don’t forget about the beverages. Mocktails can be a fun way to bring more of that fall vibe into the Thanksgiving holiday. Serving mocktails lets kids be a part of the festivities, too. These mocktails for kids are packed with fabulous fall flavors that guests of all ages will savor.
