{"id":1761,"date":"2022-07-13T06:39:12","date_gmt":"2022-07-13T06:39:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/?p=1761"},"modified":"2026-01-12T10:16:01","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T09:16:01","slug":"what-is-a-mocktail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/what-is-a-mocktail\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Mocktail? The Beginner’s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Remember the days when it was totally acceptable to ‘eyeroll’ friends who ordered mood-spoiling non-alcoholic drinks? At bars of all places! Well, those days are gone, and we find ourselves in a completely different social setting. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In case you haven’t heard, mocktails are no longer boring. In fact, this massive drinks trend has created an exciting canvas of flavours, and everyone wants to play.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So, <\/span>what is a mocktail?<\/span> And <\/span>do they have alcohol?<\/span> Well, for those of you who don’t know, mocktails are <\/span>non-alcoholic drinks<\/span> that are ordered and enjoyed by millions of Gen-Zers across the world. A lot of people are getting in on the zero-proof drink action, with loads of zero-alco and low-ABV<\/a> options popping up on menus worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n

While we still love our classic cocktails (like the obsessive kind of love), we can’t help getting excited about the spirit-free serveand low-alcohol trend that’s flared up across the globe. It’s a new social scene that’s here to stay.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The definition of a mocktail<\/h2>\n

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Many people think that a mocktail is simply a drink pretending to be a cocktail. And in a way, it is true because you’ll be using the same bar tools, glassware, and even garnishes used in cocktails. The only difference? You’ll be mixing up drinks without any liquor. <\/span><\/span>Even though these virgin cocktails don’t use any alcoholic ingredients, they can be mixed up to be as sophisticated and refreshing as a cocktail. <\/span><\/span>If you know what you’re doing, these booze-free mixes can be magic.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A short history of the mocktail<\/h2>\n

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According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the first time the word mocktail was cited was in 1916. So that means this term for no-alcohol cocktails has has been around for at least a century – and probably longer. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Undoubtedly, the most famous virgin cocktail in the world was, and still is, the Shirley Temple. There are a few claims about who first invented the classic combination of grenadine, ginger ale, and lime juice. From Beverly Hills to as far as Hawaii, this Hollywood child star is well-travelled with loads of restaurants and establishments claiming they invented the Shirley Temple when she dropped by with her parents.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The story we choose to believe comes from Time Magazine. According to an article, Shirley was dining at a restaurant with her parents. They were drinking <\/span>Old Fashioned<\/span> cocktails, and she started to get a little <\/span>iffy<\/span><\/i> because she couldn’t have one. (And who wouldn’t get upset? Are we right?) So, to stop this starlet’s tantrum, the panicked waiters invented something that looked similar(ish), cherries and all.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Different types of spirit-free serves<\/h2>\n

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When it comes to flavour, there are loads of <\/span>common zero-proof drinks <\/span>that cater to every taste. These are a few of our favourites.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n