Quick Take
Our team is finding that following a routine is key to our mental health right now. And while virtual happy hours at homeare always a funthing to look forward to,alcohol in excess isn't so great for our immune system.The good news? The right vegan mocktail can be just as refreshing and fun —and even boost your immunity along the way.
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Why mocktails?
4blendervegan mocktail recipes to support your immune system
3stirredmocktail recipes to support your immune system
3 muddled mocktailrecipes to support your immune system
How to make your vegan mocktails extra special
Why mocktails?
Our team is finding that mocktailsare coming in clutch during self-quarantine and here's why:
- They help youstay sharp and healthy during your Virtual Happy Hour
- If you work from home, mocktailsare a fun way to markthe endof your workday... it's 5:00 somewhere!
- Healthy vegan mocktailsboostyour immunity with Vitamin C loaded citrus, fruits, and fresh herbs.
- They're a great way to treatyourself to a fancy adult beverage without weakening your immunity.
- They help you learn a new skill: Mixology!
First up, 4blended vegan mocktails tosupport your immune system
1. Vegan virgin pina colada
Blend together:
1/2 frozen banana
2 dates or 1 teaspoon of date syrup
½ cup of frozen pineapple chunks
1+ cups of coconut milk
Get fancy: Place a pineapple slice on the rim and sprinkle with shaved coconut.
Fun fact: Pineapplecan work as a cough suppressant
2. Vegan virgin strawberry daiquiri
Blend together:
2 cups of frozen strawberries
1 TBS of lime juice
1 TBS of lemon juice
2 dates or 1 teaspoon of date syrup
1 cup of lime seltzer
Get fancy: Place a slice of strawberry and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass
Fun fact: Strawberries are loaded with antioxidants which can prevent disease
3. Vegan virgin frozen creamsicle
Blend together:
6 ice cubes of orange juice
2 teaspoons of maple syrup (optional)
½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 cup of coconut milk
Get fancy: Place an orange wedge on the edge of the glass.
Fun fact:Oranges contain Beta-Carotene which is good for your skin!
4. Vegan virgin watermelon margarita
Blend together:
2 cups of diced watermelon
4 ice cubes
2 tablespoons of lime juice
1 tablespoon of maple syrup (optional)
Get fancy: Place a lime or watermelon wedge on the rim of the glass, and salt rim.
Fun Fact: Watermelon seeds are one of the most nutrient-dense seeds, so blend them up with your Frozen Marg!
3stirred vegan mocktail recipes to support your immune system
1. Vegan virgin vanilla cherry spritzer
Mix together:
¼ a cup of tart cherry juice (no sugar added)
½ a teaspoon of vanilla extract
2 cups of seltzer
Pour over ice
Get fancy: Chop up a few black cherries let sit at the bottom of your drink
Fun fact:Tart cherries are great for muscle recovery and can aid in healthy sleep patterns.
2. Vegan virgin cucumber lime spritzer
Mix together:
2 cups of seltzer
1 tablespoon of lime juice
1 teaspoon of maple syrup (optional)
6 slices of cucumber
Garnish with fresh dill, parsley or mint
Pour over ice
Get fancy: Place a cucumber slice and lime wedge on the rim.
Fun fact: Limes are a good source of magnesium and potassium, and can fight infection
3. Vegan virgin rosemary grapefruit spritz
Mixtogether:
1 cup of grapefruit juice (no sugar added)
1 cup of seltzer
½ teaspoon of maple syrup or 1 teaspoon of date syrup (optional)
Pour over ice
Garnish with 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
Get fancy: Place a grapefruit slice on the rim
Fun fact: Grapefruits contain hefty amounts of Vitamins A and C which boost immunity!
3 muddled vegan mocktail recipes to support your immune system
1. Vegan virginbasilsmash
Mix together:
5 fresh basil leaves, muddled
1 cup of seltzer
3 tablespoons of lemon juice
1 tablespoon of maple or date syrup
Pour over ice
Get fancy: Place a lemon wedge on the rim
Fun fact: basil supports liver function and can help detox your body
2. Vegan virgin blackberry mojito
Mix together:
5-10 mint leaves, muddled
2 cups of seltzer
1 tablespoon of lime juice
2 teaspoons of maple or date syrup
5-8 blackberries (blueberries, raspberries, or watermelon chunks work too)
Pour over ice
Get fancy: Place a lime wedge on the rim of the glass, and add a fresh sprig of basil to the top
Fun fact: Blackberriescontain some of the highest concentration of antioxidants of any fruit
3. Vegan virgin peach Bellini
Mix together:
Blend or muddle ¼ cup of fresh or canned peaches with enough water to cover
Add to 2 cups of seltzer water
1 splash of lemon juice
Get fancy: garnish with a mint leaf and a slice of fresh peach
Fun fact: Peaches are loaded with nutrients and antioxidants that prevent aging and disease
How to make your vegan mocktails extra special:
- Use a fancy glass!
- Garnish: Use a cross-section of fruit instead of a wedge for garnish.
- Flavor the rim: Use either the fresh herb or fruit associated with the drink, and press it around the rim.
- Add a “twist”: Add a twist to any recipe that calls for citrus fruit. Use a peeler or sharp knife (be careful!) to cut a long strip of the rind. Twist it to release the fragrant oils, rub it around the rim, and drop it into your drink.
- Use flavored ice cubes: If you’re thinking ahead, you can make deliciously flavored ice cubes to add to your drink!
Here are some of my favoriteflavored ice cubes:
- Herb cubes: Fresh herbs + water
- Fruit cubes: chopped fruit + water
- Tea cubes: Herbal teas like hibiscus or rose
- Fruit juice cubes: Your favorite fruit juice
- Lemon wedge cubes: lemon wedges + water
BONUS vegan mocktail recipe:Blueberry Beet Spritzer
Mix together:
1/4 a cup ofMamaSezz Breakfast Smoothie
2 cups of seltzer
A splash of orange juice
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By The MamaSezz Team
