As the new year approaches, many of us attend holiday parties, visit friends and family members, and reflect on the past year. This season is notoriously known for celebrating with lots of drinks, most of which contain alcohol. Fortunately, if you find yourself wanting to enjoy tasty beverages but avoid the dreaded hangover, you can still experience the holiday magic with herbal mocktails!
Mocktails are non-alcoholic drinks that resemble a cocktail in appearance and taste but keep you sober. They often include fresh fruits, organic botanicals, and culinary spices for delicious flavor and rich color combinations. These “zero-proof” drinks are both replenishing and hydrating, allowing you to sip and socialize at gatherings while maintaining vibrant energy throughout the night and into the morning.
Best yet, crafting a mocktail is just as fun as drinking one. Whether you’re craving a cold, fruity pick-me-up or a warm, spicy treat, the perfect mocktail experience begins with using the right bar equipment and quality ingredients. Below, I have compiled a list of items to stock your herbal mocktail bar. Refer to this master list for your home bar essentials and seasonal festivities!
Having the right tools and ingredients to craft your mocktails will make the process easier and more enjoyable. These are some of the tools, herbs and spices, fruits, and mixers I like to have available for mocktail making.
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Ashley Bonn is the Sustainability Communications Specialist for Mountain Rose Herbs. She is deeply passionate about social and ecological justice and has several years of experience in community building. Her sustainability journey began after completing an International Business program and studying abroad in South America, where she became inspired to learn more about equitable practices for regenerative living. In 2016, Ashley moved to Portland, Oregon where she completed a Master’s Degree in Sustainability Leadership and worked for several nonprofit organizations. After living in Portland for seven years, she left the busy city and moved to Eugene to deepen her connection with the land. Ashley enjoys hiking, snowboarding, exploring new places, and seeing live music in her free time.
As the new year approaches, many of us attend holiday parties, visit friends and family members, and reflect on the past year. This season is notoriously known for celebrating with lots of drinks, most of which contain alcohol. Fortunately, if you find yourself wanting to enjoy tasty beverages but avoid the dreaded hangover, you can still experience the holiday magic with herbal mocktails!
Mocktails are non-alcoholic drinks that resemble a cocktail in appearance and taste but keep you sober. They often include fresh fruits, organic botanicals, and culinary spices for delicious flavor and rich color combinations. These “zero-proof” drinks are both replenishing and hydrating, allowing you to sip and socialize at gatherings while maintaining vibrant energy throughout the night and into the morning.
Best yet, crafting a mocktail is just as fun as drinking one. Whether you’re craving a cold, fruity pick-me-up or a warm, spicy treat, the perfect mocktail experience begins with using the right bar equipment and quality ingredients. Below, I have compiled a list of items to stock your herbal mocktail bar. Refer to this master list for your home bar essentials and seasonal festivities!
Having the right tools and ingredients to craft your mocktails will make the process easier and more enjoyable. These are some of the tools, herbs and spices, fruits, and mixers I like to have available for mocktail making.
You may also enjoy:
Ashley Bonn is the Sustainability Communications Specialist for Mountain Rose Herbs. She is deeply passionate about social and ecological justice and has several years of experience in community building. Her sustainability journey began after completing an International Business program and studying abroad in South America, where she became inspired to learn more about equitable practices for regenerative living. In 2016, Ashley moved to Portland, Oregon where she completed a Master’s Degree in Sustainability Leadership and worked for several nonprofit organizations. After living in Portland for seven years, she left the busy city and moved to Eugene to deepen her connection with the land. Ashley enjoys hiking, snowboarding, exploring new places, and seeing live music in her free time.
