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Saint Patrick’s Day is widely celebrated in the United States, although it’s an Irish holiday. People go out to bars and restaurants to celebrate with their friends or host pastries with delicious green foods for Saint Patrick’s Day at home. They don’t miss the chance to enjoy great Saint Patrick’s Day drinks, either.
Different types of alcohol like whiskey and beer are typically enjoyed most. Popular cocktails and unique shots are common, too. However, especially if you are a business owner, you have to think about the non-drinkers. Green mocktails are what you need to add to your beverage menu to make sure everyone can enjoy the celebration without feeling left out!
We have already talked about mocktails in general, as well as healthy mocktails and holiday mocktails on our blog. However, to make delicious Saint Patrick’s Day mocktails you will need different ingredients. That’s why decided to compile this list of ideas for green mocktails that will be perfect for this year’s celebration.
Read on and get inspired!
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10 Green Mocktails for Your Saint Patrick’s Day Party
To honor this holiday and make your customers happy, you should research what food is eaten on Saint Patrick’s Day and prepare the drinks. The best way to make a drink appropriate for this holiday is by adding the green color in some way. Whether you make the whole drink green or you add a green element to it - it doesn’t matter. Green mocktails and cocktails are always a hit on Saint Patrick’s Day!
Key Takeaway: There are plenty of great Saint Patrick’s Day mocktails you can make and win the hearts of all designated drivers or people who can’t have alcohol. Make this Saint Patrick’s Day amazing for all of your customers by adding these green mocktails to your beverage menu!
And since we promised to provide you with inspiration on non-alcoholic beverages perfect for this time of the year, let’s jump right into it.
1. Shamrock Spritzer
Starting off with an easy-to-make, pretty green drink called Shamrock Spritzer. To make this mocktail, you are going to need:
- Sparkling water
- Green apple syrup
- Lime juice
- Fresh mint leaves
To make this delicious non-alcoholic drink, you should follow these steps:
- In a glass filled with ice, mix sparkling water with a splash of green apple syrup and lime juice.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves to add freshness and visual appeal to the drink.
2. Emerald Cooler
Emerald is the perfect color for a Saint Patrick’s Day drink! To make this beverage, you should get:
- Cucumber slices
- Lime juice
- Honey syrup
- Sparkling water
It’s simple to make the Emerald Cooler. All you have to do is:
- Muddle cucumber slices in a glass with lime juice and honey syrup.
- Add ice and top with sparkling water.
- Stir gently and garnish with a cucumber slice.
3. Minty Limeade
Mint is a common cocktail garnish in general, but especially so on Saint Patrick’s Day. Mint gives green mocktails and other drinks a refreshing aroma and taste, and also adds a nice pop of green.
To make the Minty Limeade, you need:
- Limeade concentrate
- Fresh mint leaves
- Club soda
The steps here are very easy:
- Fill a glass with ice and add the ingredients.
- Tear the mint leaves and add them to the drink. This way, they release their flavor.
- Stir gently and garnish with mint leaves.
4. Lucky Lemonade
As we already said, anything green is great for this day. That’s why we suggest you make lemonade with a twist for the designated drivers and anyone who can’t or won’t have alcohol. Here’s what you need:
- Lemonade
- Kiwi slices
- Fresh basil leaves
Make the Lucky Lemonade by following these steps:
- In a glass filled with ice, pour lemonade over sliced kiwi and torn basil leaves.
- Stir well and garnish with a kiwi slice on the rim.
You can get more information about how to rim a glass in our article on the topic.
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5. Green Tea Mojito
Can’t have a cocktails and mocktails list without a Mojito! That’s why we suggest adding this awesome green drink to your Saint Patrick’s Day mocktails offers. Here are the ingredients you need:
- Green tea
- Lime juice
- Simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
The method to create this one is simple. All you have to do is:
- Brew green tea and let it cool.
- In a glass, muddle fresh mint leaves with lime juice and simple syrup.
- Add ice, pour in green tea, and stir gently.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge.
6. Sparkling Kiwi Cooler
Kiwi is a great ingredient to use when you want to make green mocktails. To make this particular one, you are going to need:
- Kiwi puree
- Sparkling water
- Lime juice
- Agave syrup
Once you have everything required, you should:
- In a shaker, combine kiwi puree, lime juice, and agave syrup with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a kiwi slice.
7. Pineapple Mint Cooler
To make this refreshing mocktail, you will need the following ingredients:
- Pineapple juice
- Coconut water
- Fresh mint leaves
Having only three ingredients, the process of making this mocktail is quite simple.
- In a glass filled with ice, mix pineapple juice with coconut water.
- Tear mint leaves and add to the glass.
- Stir gently and garnish with a pineapple wedge.
8. Green Apple Fizz
If you choose one drink from this list, let it be this one! It’s simple, delicious and refreshing. All you need to make it is:
- Green apple juice
- Ginger ale
- Lime juice
These steps will help you create it!
- In a glass filled with ice, mix green apple juice with ginger ale and a splash of lime juice.
- Stir gently and garnish with an apple slice.
9. Honeydew Basil Refresher
Another refreshing green drink you can make is this Honeydew Basil Refresher. For it, you should get:
- Honeydew juice
- Lemon-lime soda
- Fresh basil leaves
Make it is easy, you just need to:
- In a glass filled with ice, combine honeydew juice with lemon-lime soda.
- Tear basil leaves and add to the glass.
- Stir well and garnish with a basil sprig.
10. Cucumber Cooler
The alcoholic version of this drink is well-loved. The non-alcoholic one deserves attention, too! Get:
- Cucumber juice
- Tonic water
- Lime juice
- Agave syrup
The magic will happen when you:
- Mix all of the ingredients in a glass full of ice.
- Stir gently and garnish with a cucumber slice.
Frequently Asked Questions about Green Mocktails for Saint Patrick’s Day
If you want to learn more about green mocktails and drinks you can make for Saint Patrick’s Day, this section is for you. We have answered some burning questions below!
Why Are Green Mocktails Popular for Saint Patrick’s Day?
Green mocktails are popular for Saint Patrick's Day because they reflect the holiday's traditional color and add to the festive atmosphere of celebrations. Green is also associated with luck and Irish heritage.
What Ingredients Are Commonly Used to Make Green Mocktails?
Common ingredients used to make green mocktails include:
- Kiwi
- Lime
- Cucumber
- Honeydew melon
- Green syrups
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Food coloring can also be used to enhance the color of the drink.
Can I Make Green Mocktails Without Artificial Food Coloring?
Yes! You can make green mocktails using natural ingredients like matcha powder to achieve a green hue without artificial food coloring. You can also use some fruits that are green in color.