Nonalcoholic

Our 25 Best Mocktails to Make on ThanksgivingRecipes
There are a number of reasons why it’s a great idea to have a festive non-alcoholic option on hand for Thanksgiving. Maybe there are guests who have a long way to drive home after dinner, or perhaps there are simply a few friends or relatives who don’t imbibe. Whatever the reason, having something special for everyone to sip on rather than leaving those who don’t drink to rely on just water or seltzer adds to the celebratory nature of the holiday.
Sheela Prakash
Sep 10, 2024
I Serve This Slow Cooker Mulled Cider at Every Holiday Party (It's So Easy!)Recipes
Hot mulled cider is a must-have at all our fall and winter shindigs. It’s a great non-alcoholic drink option for holidays like Thanksgiving — guests of all ages never seem to turn down a mug, but grown-ups can also take the opportunity to do a little self-spiking and mix with their alcohol of choice. Slow-cooker mulled cider is the easiest way to serve a crowd.
Christine Gallary
Aug 21, 2024
20 Delicious Fall Mocktails to Sip All Season LongRecipes
Seltzer, soda, and iced tea are refreshing, but let’s be honest — they get a little boring after a while. Sometimes you just want something a little more fun to sip on. And as we head into fall, we’re ready to trade the cool, refreshing drinks we leaned on all summer for fall mocktails with hints of warm spices, seasonal fruits, savory herbs, and deep, rich flavors that come with the season.
Kelli Foster
Aug 13, 2024
My Easy Trick for the Absolute Best Homemade LemonadeRecipes
Sipping icy-cold sweet lemonade on a blazing-hot summer day is one of life’s finest pleasures, which is why we think making lemonade from scratch should be the easiest drink you make this summer. After all, it is just three ingredients: lemon juice, sugar, and water. To make this lemonade-from-scratch recipe, juice the lemons and strain them, use the lemon juice to dissolve the sugar, then add cold water to taste. It’s that simple.
Meghan Splawn
Jul 29, 2024
24 Refreshing Drinks You Can Make This 4th of JulyRecipes
With all the fun 4th of July festivities – the fireworks, parades, and the big summer cookout with family and friends — be sure to plan your menu ahead of time! From festive desserts and easy side dishes to everything on the grill, you’ll also need refreshing drinks for everyone to enjoy.Peak summer calls for icy-cold refreshments, whether it’s a pitcher cocktail or a classic glass of ice cold lemonade, these 4th of July drinks are perfect for the occasion.
Sheela Prakash
Jun 24, 2024
I Found the Key to Perfect Southern-Style Sweet TeaRecipes
Before my fellow Southerners read this and start thinking, “Are you kidding me? Who doesn’t know how to make sweet tea?” — hear me out. I am Florida-born and Georgia-raised, but when I moved to California, one of the first things I noticed was that no one drinks sweet tea out here! I always keep a pitcher ready in my fridge, and my friends inevitably ask me, “How do you make this?” Today you’re going to find out how.
Kathryn Hill
Apr 5, 2024
The Best Places to Buy Non-Alcoholic WineGroceries
Celebrate Dry January with these options.
Haley Lyndes
Jan 11, 2024
I Swear By This Delicious Non-Alcoholic Sip to Help Me Relax and Unwind at Night (Plus, It Helps Me Sleep!)Groceries
I like this even though I hate most seltzers.
Alicia Kort
Dec 21, 2023
You Only Need 4 Ingredients to Make Perfect Bone BrothRecipes
So rich, so savory.
Emma Christensen
Dec 20, 2023
88 Best Cocktail Recipes For Every Mood and MomentRecipes
Channel your inner mixologist.
Nicole Rufus
Aug 19, 2023
The Best Non-Alcoholic Beer, Wine, and Spirits for Sipping and CelebratingTools
These will instantly improve your mocktail game.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Aug 8, 2023
This Unique Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Drink Has Become My Favorite Summer “Mocktail”Groceries
Unique and delicious.
Ian Burke
Jul 25, 2023
The Brand Behind Our Favorite “Secret Sauce” Launched a Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Kit for Dry January
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This NA kit gives you more than the original (and costs less).
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Jan 5, 2023
Grinch Punch Is the Most Festive Holiday Drink Recipes
You just need three ingredients to make it.
Kristina Vänni
Dec 16, 2022
How To Make Hot ChocolateRecipes
Hot chocolate is a luxury of cold weather — a warm, velvety-smooth mixture of rich cream and dark chocolate that does double duty as a drink and dessert.
Meghan Splawn
Nov 28, 2022
The Best Non-Alcoholic Substitutes for Red & White WineSkills
It's easy to make a quick substitution with something you probably have in the kitchen.
Kelli Foster
Oct 4, 2022
This (Actually Delicious!) Non-Alcoholic Wine Is My Go-To for Weeknight SippingGroceries
All the complexity, none of the hangover.
Ian Burke
Sep 30, 2022
How To Make an Orange JuliusRecipes
Orange Julius recipes have been floating around for years, but I was always skeptical about them. I thought they could never be as good as the “real thing,” and even though I haven’t had the real thing in at least 25 years, that drink was still on a pedestal in my memory. But I recently tried making an Orange Julius at home. Turns out, it’s not only as good as the “real thing” — it’s better.
Kelli Foster
Sep 26, 2022
How to Make a Perfect Frappé at HomeRecipes
Move over, cold brew.
Patty Catalano
Aug 8, 2022
This Simple Cappuccino Formula Saves You a Trip to the Coffee ShopRecipes
Be your own barista.
Maria Do
Aug 3, 2022
20 Simple Mocktail Recipes That Are Perfect for a GatheringRecipes
They're both fruity and festive.
Cory Fernandez
May 6, 2022
Forget Rosé All Day, This Is What I’ll Be Drinking All Spring and Summer
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And it's hangover proof!
Stella Totino
Mar 28, 2022
These Black-Owned Wines, Spirits, and Mixers Belong on Your Bar Cart
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Make room on your bar cart.
Danielle Deavens
Feb 14, 2022
6 Cozy Drinks to Keep You Going Strong Through Dry JanuaryRecipes
Need some inspiration? Here are six ways to treat yourself this month.
Sheela Prakash
Jan 10, 2022
Sangria Shrub Punch Is Spritzy and CelebratoryRecipes
It's the ultimate dinner party cocktail.
Sheela Prakash
Sep 18, 2021
Nonalcoholic Wine Is Having a Moment. Here’s What You Need to Know.Groceries
What it is, how it's made, and what to buy.
Julia Bainbridge
Aug 20, 2021
These 2-Ingredient Lemon Slushies Will Keep You Cool All Summer LongRecipes
A few smart tricks make them extra creamy.
Lauren Radel
Jun 17, 2021
How to Make the Mint Julep Mocktail That’s Served at Churchill DownsRecipes
It's tasty and celebratory, and you can drink it all day long without the impact of slogging bourbon for hours on end.
Dana McMahan
Apr 26, 2021
My Dry January Plans Completely Tanked. I’ll Try Again in February with This Insta-Famous Alcohol Alternative.Groceries
How is Dry January going for you?
Lauren Masur
Jan 16, 2021
If Our Wine Expert Couldn’t Drink Wine, Here’s What She’d Reach ForGroceries
This is worth a read whether you're planning to do Dry January or not!
Diane McMartin
Dec 16, 2020
19 Mixers and Garnishes That Will Make You Feel Like a Bartender (While Drinking at Home)
Kitchn Essentials, Bar Edition
Including our favorite bloody Mary mix and the best cherries of all time!
The Kitchn Editors
Nov 4, 2020
Why I Drink Green Hot Chocolate for BreakfastSkills
I’ve been drinking bright green hot chocolate in the morning. This is, after all, the holiday season, where I could probably go to a party every single night, so I like to start the day right. I am an admitted jumper of bandwagons and this year, I’ve jumped on the bandwagon of spirulina and liquid chlorophyll. Why not mix them with chocolate?
Anne Wolfe Postic
Sep 30, 2020
Recipe: Pomegranate TonicsRecipes
Because sometimes you want all the flavor but none of the hangover.
Jess Thomson
Sep 24, 2020
10 Festive Non-Alcoholic Drinks to Serve This Holiday SeasonRecipes
From punches to tonics to mocktails, there's something here for everyone.
Sheela Prakash
Sep 24, 2020
This Tart, Sparkling Fruit Shrub Is Our Non-Alcoholic Beverage ObsessionRecipes
If you've never had a shrub, or sipping vinegar, now's the time to try it.
Joshua Thomas Gandee
Apr 30, 2020
This Zero-Proof Cocktail Tastes Just Like a Pimm's CupRecipes
And there are plenty of ways to make it.
Joshua Thomas Gandee
Apr 28, 2020
This Smoky Watermelon Agua Fresca Is Easy to Make and Impossibly RefreshingRecipes
You'll be happy to have a batch of this in the fridge.
Joshua Thomas Gandee
Apr 28, 2020
I’m a Bartender, But Here’s Why I Quit Drinking Alcohol 2 Years Ago
My Healthy 2020
The inspiring story of a bartender who's part of a movement to kick the unhealthy habits of the restaurant industry.
Maggie Battista
Apr 14, 2020
Vegan Snack Recipe: Almond Butter Banana ShakeRecipes
This frosty almond butter and banana shake is the perfect sweet treat to refuel your body. Filled with nutty flavor and sweet bananas, this dairy-free snack tastes like dessert! And it does it with a rather surprising secret ingredient. Frozen watermelon is my secret ingredient for creating the best healthy DIY ice cream ever.
Kathy Patalsky
Feb 5, 2020
Recipe: Vegan Tropical Paradise SmoothieRecipes
Many people tend to get excited about smoothies in the summer, when fresh berries and stone fruits are at their best. Not me. My blender usually gathers dust in the summer months (I never let those fresh berries sit long enough to make it into a smoothie), but in the winter, my body craves cool, creamy, fruit-laden drinks. And this smoothie in my current go-to. Smoothies don’t need much of an introduction. In general, they’re a dump-in-the-blender-and-blend kind of affair.
Megan Gordon
Feb 5, 2020
Recipe: Vegan Chocolate-Date SmoothieRecipes
You’re an adult, so of course you can have chocolate for breakfast when you feel like it. But this is different because this is how to have chocolate for breakfast without it being a piece of cake. Every sip of this creamy smoothie — made with dates, bananas, and almond butter — tastes rich and satisfying, and you can count on its wholesome and nourishing ingredients to fill you up. To get the smoothest, creamiest result possible, this drink is best when blended twice.
Kelli Foster
Feb 5, 2020
Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork and Cider StewRecipes
Like any great stew should, the aroma of this hearty pork and apple stew will make your kitchen smell amazing.
Kelli Foster
Jan 29, 2020
Recipe: Make-Ahead Eggnog French Toast CasseroleRecipes
Every single holiday season, without fail, this happens: I get a deep craving for eggnog, resist until I can’t resist any longer, buy a carton, pour myself a small glass, and find satisfaction in just a few sips. The problem is I leave myself with the majority of the carton left over after I’ve fulfilled my craving. What the heck do I do with all the rest? That’s when I end up scouring the internet for recipes using the remainder. Here’s the recipe I’ll now turn to.
Sheela Prakash
Jan 29, 2020
Recipe: Pumpkin Pie SmoothieRecipes
When temperatures drop, my smoothie consumption usually begins to taper, but this year I’ve been experimenting with adding fall ingredients to the usual blender suspects. My family’s most admired autumnal smoothie to date is this thick and creamy pumpkin pie version. It’s sweetened enough (with fruit!) that the pumpkin and spices bring pie to mind, but not so decadent that it strays into dessert territory. You can definitely still have this for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Sarah E Crowder
Jan 29, 2020
Recipe: Banana Split SmoothieRecipes
When you go to an ice cream shop, are you a sundae or a milkshake person? I’ve always ordered a milkshake, but I have to admit, seeing the towering sundaes loaded with toppings has always made me a little jealous. Here’s a smoothie that meets both camps halfway! Fresh banana, a healthy dose of frozen sweet cherries, milk, and a spoonful of sunflower butter (to make this nut-free) get tossed into a blender with some vanilla extract to mimic the flavor of vanilla ice cream.
Christine Gallary
Jan 29, 2020
Recipe: Cantaloupe SmoothieRecipes
While cool, crisp watermelon gets so much of the love this time of year, cantaloupe casually sits on the sidelines, waiting for someone to call it onto the field. It’s just as sweet and refreshing, but all too often lurks in the shadows of its pink counterpart, who gets blended into cocktails, tossed in salads, and more. Luckily, this smoothie changes that; it puts the orange melon right in the center of the action — exactly where it deserves to be.
Sheela Prakash
Jan 29, 2020
Recipe: Banana Bread SmoothieRecipes
No matter how much you love turkey, mashed potatoes, and the seemingly endless stream of pies that come with the holiday season, there are times your body craves a break from the indulgence in favor of something truly nourishing. Smoothies to the rescue. Whether it’s the morning after Thanksgiving or any other day of the week, this smoothie full of bananas, dates, and cashews is a welcome respite from rich holiday fare.
Kelli Foster
Jan 29, 2020
Recipe: Raspberry and Almond Butter SmoothieRecipes
An update on classic PB&J, now in the form of your new favorite smoothie.
Laura Wright
Jan 29, 2020
How To Make Thai Iced TeaRecipes
Here’s the drink I’ll be sipping on all summer long: Thai iced tea! I used to reserve this refreshing drink for combatting the heat when I ordered spicy curries at Thai restaurants, but not anymore. I recently discovered that making your own Thai iced tea is surprisingly easy. Thai iced tea is a real treat. While regular iced tea can be somewhat mild, and served with the option of sweetened or unsweetened, Thai iced tea is more concentrated and flavorful.
Kelli Foster
Jan 29, 2020
Recipe: Cider-Chai SyrupRecipes
Apples and chai spices are a likely combination and work gloriously, especially when enjoyed in front of a fire. Add 2 tablespoons to a cup 
of boiled water for a drink that warms you. Add 1 tablespoon whiskey for a makeshift hot toddy that also warms you — perhaps even a bit more. Process these jars in a water bath to preserve the goodness for gifting all year.
Maggie Battista
Jan 29, 2020
Here’s What You Can Drink While Doing Whole30Skills
Just because you’re on Whole30 does not mean you are doomed to a month of tap water.
Rachel Sugar
Jan 9, 2020
Recipe: Coke-Glazed Upside-Down TurkeyRecipes
Beware the Monster of Thanksgiving table from the Upside Down with a glaze of nostalgia. Vengeance for Barb, roasting the Monster.
Meghan Splawn
Nov 26, 2019
The Non-Alcoholic Bottle Our Wine Expert Is Stocking Up on Before the Holidays
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"In our culture, we mistakenly associate things like wine and spirits with sophisticated adulthood, which is obviously silly."
Diane McMartin
Oct 25, 2019
7 Ways to Be a More Hospitable Host to Non-DrinkersKitchen
You’ve planned a wonderful party. You’ve picked out the right music (Daft Punk’s Pandora station), you’ve settled on the perfect bites to serve (finger foods all the way!), and handpicked the perfect cocktails to pour. But to really nail the shindig, it’d be wise to account for those who don’t plan on drinking.
Anna Goldfarb
Jun 8, 2019
This Is, Hands-Down, the Most Refreshing Thing You Can Drink This Summer
Taste Makers
You should be cooking with it, too.
Sheela Prakash
Jun 6, 2019
The Fizzy Lemon Water Taste Test: We Tried 6 Brands and Here’s Our FavoriteGroceries
Step into our office in New York City and you’ll notice one thing almost immediately: We’re big fans of bubbly water. There are cans dotted amongst our desks in a multitude of flavors, and they’re arguably the hottest commodity in our communal kitchen. So the testers for this taste test were easily some of the most discerning. We rounded them up for a morning of sipping and discussing six common brands of both lemon seltzer and sparkling mineral water.
Sheela Prakash
Jun 3, 2019
What to Expect the First Time You Drink KombuchaPeople
Who: Happy Leaf Kombucha What: Organic, small-batch kombucha and taproom Where: Denver, Colorado’s River North Art District Read the series: Part One Do you remember your first impression of kombucha, that famous fermented tea? Or perhaps you haven’t tried it yet and have a few questions: What’s it made of? What does it taste like? And — what everyone always wants to know — what exactly is that hazy blob suspended within the drink?
Jayme Henderson
May 30, 2019
How Denver’s Happy Leaf Kombucha Brews Its Booch (Warning: Massive Scoby Ahead!)People
Who: Jenni Lyons and Mike Burns of Happy Leaf Kombucha What: Organic, small-batch kombucha and taproom Where: Denver, Colorado’s River North Art District Read the series: Part One and Part Two Maybe you haven’t tasted it, but at least you’ve heard about kombucha by now. Some of us are even brewing it at home. Emma shared a detailed tutorial on how to make kombucha that gave me a little more confidence to try making it myself.
Jayme Henderson
May 30, 2019
5 Things I Learned About Kombucha from Visiting a Kombucha BreweryPeople
Who: Happy Leaf Kombucha What: Organic, small-batch kombucha and taproom Where: Denver, Colorado’s River North Art District Read the series → Part One, Part Two, Part Three Last week I visited Happy Leaf Kombucha, a small-batch kombucha brewery in Denver. Over the course of my visit I learned a few things about kombucha that I hadn’t known before, including the fact that you can eat scobys! (Say what? Yes, it’s true.) Here’s what I learned from visiting the pros.
Jayme Henderson
May 30, 2019
7 Tips for Pairing Kombucha with FoodPeople
Advice from: Mike Burns and Jenni Lyons of Happy Leaf Kombucha Read the series → Part One, Part Two, Part Three, Part Four I sat down with Mike and Jenni of Happy Leaf Kombucha and asked them how they creatively use kombucha in their kitchen. Which foods naturally pair best with its flavor profile? How did they incorporate kombucha into recipes? Their eyes immediately lit up as they shared their favorite ways to use kombucha. Kombucha-braised chuck roast? Kombucha frozen yogurt floats?
Jayme Henderson
May 30, 2019
10 Non-Alcoholic Drinks If You’ve Sworn Off Booze This MonthRecipes
Now that the holidays are said and done, you may find yourself wanting to step back from the alcohol a bit after all the parties and festivities. Dry January, or Drynuary as it’s often referred to, is exactly what it sounds like: quitting booze for the entire month. For many, it’s a way to reset and practice a little self-care after a busy past couple of months. It doesn’t mean you have to subject yourself to just water for 31 days, though.
Sheela Prakash
May 29, 2019
Recipe: Bryant Terry’s Gunpowder LemonadeRecipes
After sweet tea, a refreshing glass of lemonade is the quintessential summer thirst-quencher in the South. I have memories of gallon-sized pickle jars filled with white sugar-laced lemonade that my maternal grandmother used to make at her home in Memphis.
Bryant Terry
May 29, 2019
Recipe: Sparkling Raspberry Ginger BeerRecipes
This 3-ingredient drink may even convert those who aren't.
Sheela Prakash
May 29, 2019
Recipe: Almond Peach Pit MilkRecipes
Trust us.
Sheela Prakash
May 29, 2019
Recipe: Maine Blueberry MilkshakeRecipes
It starts with something even better than ice cream.
Kelli Foster
May 28, 2019
This Is How I’m Drinking Less AlcoholPeople
It’s been a month since I decided to cut back my alcohol intake, and I owe you an update. Unlike those around me, who were eliminating alcohol completely for Dry January, my strategy was less rigid. The plan was to consider each opportunity to imbibe and make a conscious decision as to whether or not I truly wanted a drink. Not surprisingly, my “make a decision in the moment” approach wasn’t as measurable — or as effective.
Jill Moorhead
May 24, 2019
Recipe: Banana MilkRecipes
Did you know you could turn a simple banana into a delicious milk alternative? There have been a few recipes floating around the internet for some time, but in the last couple months the concept has really picked up steam. This is largely in part to a new company making banana milk you can buy in a grocery store It isn’t too surprising that someone finally figured out they could make “milk” out of bananas.
Maren Ellingboe King
May 24, 2019
This Is the Most Popular Piña Colada Recipe on PinterestRecipes
Have you tried this?
Sarah Spigelman Richter
May 24, 2019