Pineapple Mocktails
Pineapple mocktails are the perfect option when you need something refreshing. This drink has tangy pineapple and a slight lemon ginger flavor. This delicious drink is a non-alcoholic substitute for a cocktail.
Easy Pineapple Mocktails
When the weather starts to heat up, it’s time to relax. These pineapple mocktails are the best drink for lounging by the pool. If you love to host barbecues or small gatherings in the backyard, your friends can enjoy this delicious drink.
I love how simple this recipe is. You can make it without simple syrup, so that’s one less ingredient to buy.
Plus, there’s no beer or alcohol in this beverage.
Juice or coffee becomes boring over time. If you want to switch up and try something new, this mocktail is a great place to start. It’s easy and full of bright flavors.
Ingredients
Lemon-ginger Tea – Adds a subtle flavor that goes well with pineapple. The ginger adds a slight spice. While lemon pairs well with tropical fruits.
Honey – Slightly sweetens the tea.
Ice – Keeps your drink cold. Adding too much ice can water down your drink.
Pineapple – Fresh pineapple brings makes this drink delicious and tangy.
Mango Juice – Enriches the pineapple flavor. Instead of using pineapple juice, I opted for mango juice because it adds additional flavors that taste phenomenal.
Note: When shopping for mango juice, you may see a beverage called mango nectar. You can make the pineapple mocktail with this as well. Using a citrus fruit like lime may create a harsh after-taste, so mango juice is best.
Sparkling Water – Plain sparkling water compliments the flavor and gives it a nice, bubbly fizz.
How To Make Pineapple Mocktails
Brew the tea – Brew the lemon-ginger tea with a kettle or microwave 1/2 cup of water for 1 minute. After brewing the tea, place a tea bag in the tea. Let it steep in the refrigerator until chilled.
Make the pineapple-mango blend – Use a blender to purée the pineapple and juice for about 2 minutes. The puree should be smooth and have no chunks of pineapple.
Top with sparkling water – Pour sparkling water to your preferred taste. Stir everything together. Pour the pineapple mocktail into a 15 ounce glass. Garnish with a pineapple wedge.
FAQ
What is a fruit mocktail?
Fruit mocktails are non-alcoholic drinks made with fruit. These mocktails use the same glassware that cocktails use.
How do I make good mocktails?
Making good mocktails starts with the flavor combinations. Having ingredients that aren’t overpowering and go well together is essential.
What mixes well with pineapple?
Pineapple mixes well with tropical fruits like mango, lemon, papayas, etc.
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Pineapple Mocktails
Equipment
- 1 Blender
- 1 liquid measuring cup
- 1 set of measuring spoons
Ingredients
- ½ cup lemon ginger tea
- ½ tsp honey
- 15 ounces fresh pineapple
- ¾ cup mango juice
- sparkling water
Instructions
- Brew the lemon ginger tea. Add honey to the hot tea. Stir until the honey is dissolved.
- Chill the hot tea.
- With a blender, puree the pineapple and mango juice. Puree for 1-2 minutes. There should be no pineapple chunks.
- Fill three 15 ounce glasses with ice cubes. Pour ¼ cup of tea to each glass. Then pour ½ cup of pineapple-mango blend to each glass.
- Top with sparkling water and stir.
