Pretty + Refreshing Cosmopolitan Mocktail (Buzz-Free)

A refreshing, alcohol-free Cosmopolitan Mocktail — all the color and flavor without the buzz.

If you want to learn how to make a homemade cosmopolitan mocktail that comes out vibrant and fresh, here is an easy beginner-friendly recipe. It has all the classic cranberry-citrus flavor of a traditional Cosmopolitan, minus the alcohol. Made with cranberry juice, fresh citrus and sweetened with maple syrup, it comes out really well balanced. We love that this cosmo mocktail feels fancy without being complicated.

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Make a batch if you're hosting a dinner party, planning a girl's night or any other get-together (or honestly, just for yourself). It's a great sip if you're in the mood for something refreshing and beautiful; this alcohol-free cosmopolitan will absolutely deliver. It's crisp, slightly tart and mildly sweet with that signature blush-pink color that makes it feel special.

Cosmopolitan Mocktail Recipe

Here's everything you need to create a beautiful and delicious Cosmopolitan Mocktail at home.

Ingredients (Makes 1 drink)

• 1/2 cup cranberry juice

• 2 oz fresh lime juice

• 2 oz fresh orange juice

• 1/2 oz maple syrup (or 1/2 oz simple syrup)

• Ice cubes

• Garnish: fresh cranberries, orange wheel or lime wheel

Instructions

1. In a cocktail shaker, add ice cubes.

2. Add cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice and maple syrup.

3. Shake well and strain into a chilled cocktail glass filled with fresh ice.

4. Garnish with fresh cranberries, an orange wheel or lime wheel.

Mocktail Tips & Recommendations

• The Cosmo Appeal:

  The beautiful pink hue comes from the cranberry juice. The lime and orange balance out the tartness with a brightness that makes this drink refreshing and complex.

• Make a Pitcher:

  Double or triple the ingredients and chill in a pitcher. Just before serving, pour into glasses filled with ice.

• Sweetness Balance:

  If you prefer a sweeter mocktail, add an extra splash of maple syrup. For a drier version, reduce the maple syrup slightly.

• Garnish Matters:

  Fresh cranberries floating on top add a special touch and keep the drink looking beautiful as you sip through it.

• Simple Syrup Alternative:

  You can use simple syrup instead of maple syrup for a classic Cosmopolitan Mocktail.