Non-Alcoholic Drinks to Try if You’re the Designated Driver

Oh to be the ‘designated driver’ in your friend group. Anyone who has been given this (heavy?) responsibility knows how challenging it can be once you’re already caught in the middle of an exciting night of drinking and partying. Now, what if we tell you that you can still join in on the fun while remaining sober? The secret? Non-alcoholic drinks that are just as good as your favorite alcoholic beverages!

Drinkable drinks for drivers

Check out some of our suggestions below for your next drinking session.

Lemon Drop Martini Mocktail

This recipe from BBC Good Food is as enjoyable as any zesty cocktail. Using lemon zest, alcohol-free gin, lemon juice, and marmalade, whip up all the ingredients using a cocktail shaker before sieving the mixture and serving it in a fancy glass rimmed with sugar mixture.

Mojito Mocktail

Love your mojitos? You can easily enjoy its non-alcoholic version with this recipe! All you need is fresh lime juice, clear syrup, sparkling water, fresh mint leaves, and ice. First, put the mint leaves and lime juice in a glass and crush them together to release and combine their flavor and oils. Next, add your clear syrup, followed by sparkling water to put everything together. Finish with ice and some lime slices as garnish.
Our recommendation for a truly zesty effect is to use Perrier Sparkling Lemon Water. If you're making a huge batch, a mojito mixer like the Bacardi Mojito Mixer Ready To Drink Cocktail will save you a lot of time.

Fruit Sparkling Water Mocktails

Sparkling water can be such a versatile base for mocktails. Just take a look at the roster of fruity mocktail recipes that the Pioneer Woman has on her blog page. To make one, crush any fruit of your choice at the bottom of the glass to release its natural juices. Blueberries, strawberries, and even cherries are good options. Adding your preferred sweetener is optional but you can also go straight to adding sparkling water if you want to cut down on sugar. A good choice is the Perrier x Murakami Sparkling Water. Takashi Murakami's signature smiling flower illustrations will definitely make you feel more excited to use this iconic sparkling water on your drinks.

Non-alcoholic Beer

Not in the mood to create your mocktails from scratch? Alcohol-free beer is your answer. There are so many versions of this non-alcoholic drink now so you’re sure to find something that will tickle your fancy. The Bundaberg Ginger Beer, which is made with sugar cane and Australian Ginger, is a perfect choice if you want a bottle that packs up on flavor. Even uncapping it is an experience in itself! Before ripping its iconic rip cap, flip it first to see the real pieces of brewed ginger in the bottle.

Alcohol-Free Gin and Tonic

If you’re a big fan of the classic gin and tonic, then this 2-minute recipe is for you. Just add your preferred alcohol-free gin in a glass, squeeze a slice of lime, then pour a high-quality tonic water like this Indian Tonic Water from Fever Tree. The different botanicals and quinine and oils from Mexican Bitter Oranges give this non-alcoholic drink a clean and refreshing aroma that you will surely enjoy.

Flasked never makes you miss the fun

No need to worry about missing out on the fun with these non-alcoholic drinks. All of these products are available here at Flasked Ph, your go-to liquor store if you want your alcoholic beverages delivered straight to your home. Other than providing you with high-quality bottles that you can only typically enjoy outside, we also offer gifting and customization services just in case you want to send your loved ones their favorite drinks. Visit our store now to place your order. Now, who said being the designated driver is no fun?