15 Best Mocktails for Summer (Fruity, Fizzy Alcohol-Free Drinks)

These summer mocktails are cool, colorful, and made with real ingredients like fresh fruit, herbs, and citrus. Each one is alcohol-free but full of flavor—perfect for baby showers, birthdays, or hot afternoons on the porch.

From fizzy drinks to fruity coolers, this list has the best mocktails for summer. You’ll find nonalcoholic cocktails that feel festive, hydrating drinks that beat the heat, and simple mixed drinks recipes anyone can make at home.

Non-Alcoholic Mint Julep

This Non-Alcoholic Mint Julep is ice-cold, herbaceous, and perfect for summer mocktails. With crushed ice and fresh mint, it’s a Southern-style refresher that works well for alcohol-free drinks or baby shower cocktails.

Ingredients

• 10 fresh mint leaves, plus two sprigs for garnish
• 1 oz simple syrup
• ½ oz freshly squeezed lemon juice (adds brightness and balances the sweetness)
• Crushed ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. Gently muddle the mint leaves with simple syrup and lemon juice in the bottom of a julep cup.
2. Fill the cup with crushed ice and stir well to chill. Top with sparkling water and stir again. Add more ice if needed, garnish with a mint sprig, and serve immediately.

Blackberry Mint Cooler

The Blackberry Mint Cooler blends juicy berries with cooling mint for one of the most refreshing non-alcoholic cocktails to serve in warm weather. It’s a fruity drink perfect for backyard lunches or summer sipping.

Ingredients

• ½ cup fresh blackberries, plus 2 for garnish
• 6 mint leaves, plus a sprig for garnish
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup
• Ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. In a tall glass, muddle blackberries, mint leaves, lemon juice, and simple syrup until the berries are broken down.
2. Fill the glass with ice, then top with sparkling water. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with a mint sprig and a couple of blackberries.

Strawberry Basil Lemonade

The Strawberry Basil Lemonade balances bright lemon with fresh berries and basil. It’s one of the best summer mocktails and makes a beautiful pitcher drink for birthdays or garden gatherings.

Ingredients

• ½ cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 4 fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup (or more to taste)
• Ice
• Cold water or sparkling water to top

Instructions

1. In a glass, muddle strawberries, basil leaves, lemon juice, and simple syrup until the berries are juicy and broken down.
2. Add ice, then top with cold water or sparkling water. Stir gently. Garnish with a halved strawberry and basil sprig.

Southern Sweet Tea Spritzer

This Southern Sweet Tea Spritzer is a fizzy take on classic sweet tea made with lemon, ice, and sparkling water. A standout among alcohol-free drinks, it’s great for hot afternoons or summer picnics.

Ingredients

• ½ cup strong brewed black tea, cooled
• Pinch of baking soda (just a tiny bit – about 1/16 tsp)
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup (or more to taste)
• Ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. While the tea is still hot, stir in a tiny pinch of baking soda and let it dissolve. Let the tea cool completely.
2. Fill a glass with ice and pour in the tea, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir gently. Top with sparkling water and garnish with a lemon wheel and mint sprig.

Ginger Hibiscus Sparkler

This Ginger Hibiscus Sparkler is bold and slightly floral, with a kick of spice and a splash of fizz. It’s a natural fit for anyone looking for fizzy drinks without alcohol that feel refreshing.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp dried hibiscus petals
• 3–4 thin slices fresh ginger
• ½ cup boiling water
• 1 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
• Ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. Steep hibiscus petals and ginger slices in boiling water for 5–7 minutes. Strain and let the mixture cool, then stir in simple syrup.
2. Fill a glass with ice and pour in the hibiscus-ginger concentrate. Top with sparkling water and garnish with a mint sprig.

Cucumber Mint Fizz

Cool, clean, and ultra-refreshing, the Cucumber Mint Fizz is one of the most hydrating mocktail options for summer. Made with cucumber and fresh mint, it’s perfect for spa days, warm evenings, or non-alcoholic baby shower drinks.

Ingredients

• ½ small cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
• Ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. Blend the chopped cucumber with lime juice and simple syrup, then strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling water and stir gently. Garnish with thin cucumber slices and a sprig of mint.

Cherry Vanilla Mocktail

The Cherry Vanilla Mocktail has the feel of an old-school soda shop drink without any alcohol. With its nostalgic flavor and pretty finish, it’s a great option for summer beverages served at summer parties or backyard BBQs.

Ingredients

• ½ cup cherry juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract or ½ oz vanilla syrup
• 1 oz lemon juice
• Ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. Fill a rocks glass with ice. Add cherry juice, vanilla, and lemon juice if using. Stir gently, then top with sparkling water. Garnish with a cherry and mint sprig.

Frozen Mint Lime Slushie

This frozen mint lime slushie is the ultimate cool-down drink—tart, icy, and ultra-refreshing. Blended with fresh mint and real lime juice, it’s bright and zippy with just enough sweetness to keep you sipping through spring and summer.

Ingredients

• ½ cup fresh lime juice
• ¼ cup simple syrup (or to taste)
• 8–10 fresh mint leaves
• 2 cups ice
• ¼ cup cold water

Instructions

1. Add lime juice, simple syrup, mint, ice, and water to a blender. Blend until slushy and smooth.
2. Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a lime wheel and mint sprig. Serve immediately.

Lemon Verbena & Blackberry Iced Tea

This Lemon Verbena & Blackberry Iced Tea mixes rich blackberry flavor with subtle herbal notes for a mocktail that feels balanced and naturally hydrating. It’s a nonalcoholic cocktail perfect for relaxed summer gatherings.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp dried lemon verbena leaves
• ½ cup fresh blackberries
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp honey or simple syrup (or more to taste)
• Ice and water

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, bring ½ cup water to a boil. Remove from heat, add lemon verbena leaves, and steep for 5–7 minutes. Strain and let the tea cool completely.
2. In a tall glass, muddle blackberries with lemon juice and honey until juicy. Fill the glass with ice, then slowly pour the cooled lemon verbena tea over the back of a spoon to create a layered look. Garnish with a lemon slice and blackberry.

Sparkling Strawberry Sweet Tea

The Sparkling Strawberry Sweet Tea brings together black tea, muddled berries, and a fizzy finish. This fruity mocktail is ideal for those looking for alcohol-free drinks with a little more depth and color.

Ingredients

• ½ cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• ½ cup strong brewed black tea, cooled
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
• Ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. In a tall glass, muddle the strawberries with lemon juice and simple syrup until juicy.
2. Fill the glass with ice. Pour in the cooled tea, then top with sparkling water. Stir gently to blend. Garnish with a strawberry slice and mint sprig.

Mint Peach Iced Tea Fizz

The Peach Iced Tea Fizz combines ripe peaches, cold tea, and sparkling water for a crisp and easy drink. It’s one of those fruity summer drinks without alcohol that still feels satisfying and festive.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup peach purée or peach nectar (strained if thick)
• ½ cup strong brewed black tea, cooled
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
• Ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. In a tall glass, stir together peach purée, tea, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Add ice and top with sparkling water. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with a peach slice and mint sprig.

Rose Lemonade Fizz

Light, floral, and bubbly, this rose lemonade fizz feels like spring in a glass. A touch of rose water gives it a fragrant lift, while fresh lemon juice and sparkling water keep it crisp and bright. It’s easy, elegant, and perfect for warm days.

Ingredients

• 2 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz rose syrup
• ½ oz rose water
• Ice
• Sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. Fill a glass with ice. Add lemon juice, rose syrup, and rose water if using. Stir gently, then top with sparkling water. Garnish with a lemon wedge and a few dried or fresh rose petals.

Cucumber Basil Limeade

Cool, crisp, and garden-fresh, this cucumber basil limeade is everything a warm-weather drink should be. Muddled basil and cucumber bring an herbal twist to tart lime juice, balanced with just the right hint of sweetness.

Ingredients

• 3–4 thin cucumber slices (plus a few for garnish)
• 4–5 fresh basil leaves
• 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
• Ice
• Cold water or sparkling water, to top

Instructions

1. In a tall glass, muddle cucumber slices and basil with lime juice and simple syrup until fragrant.
2. Fill the glass with ice, then top with cold or sparkling water. Stir gently. Garnish with a cucumber slice and fresh basil sprig.

Hibiscus Mint Lemonade

Tart, floral, and refreshing, this hibiscus mint lemonade is a vibrant twist on a summer classic. Steeped hibiscus brings bold color and flavor, while fresh lemon and mint keep it lively and cool.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups water
• 2 tbsp dried hibiscus petals
• 1 tbsp honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• Ice
• Fresh mint leaves

Instructions

1. Bring water to a simmer, then steep hibiscus petals for 10 minutes. Strain and stir in honey or sugar while warm. Let it cool.
2. In a glass, muddle a few mint leaves with lemon juice. Fill with ice, pour in the cooled hibiscus tea, and stir. Garnish with a lemon wheel and mint sprig.

Mango Coconut Sparkler

This Mango Coconut Sparkler brings creamy tropical vibes to your mocktail rotation. Blended mango and coconut water come together for one of the most refreshing non alcoholic summer drinks you can serve for parties or warm-weather sipping. It’s a sweet, cooling treat perfect for fruity mocktail fans, and it happens to look incredible on any summer table.

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped ripe mango (fresh or frozen)
• ¾ cup coconut water
• ½ tbsp lime juice
• Sparkling water or club soda, to top
• Ice

Instructions

1. Blend mango, coconut water, and lime juice until smooth. Fill a tall glass with ice and pour the mango-coconut blend over it, about two-thirds full.
2. Top with sparkling water or club soda and stir gently. Garnish with a mango slice, mint, and a pinch of toasted coconut.