Christmas Mocktails for Kids: 17 Festive Holiday Drinks
These Christmas mocktails for kids give the younger crowd their own fancy drink at holiday parties, from cranberry punches and peppermint fizz to a green Grinch punch and a Shirley Temple dressed up like Santa’s hat. Every one is alcohol-free and built on juice, soda, sherbet or sparkling water, and my mocktails for kids page has even more ideas for the rest of the year.
My own Christmas mocktail recipes are first, followed by big-batch punches for a crowd and single-glass sparklers that kids can mix themselves.
Most of these take five minutes or less. The punches suit Christmas parties and classroom celebrations, while the by-the-glass drinks are just right for a holiday movie night or Christmas Eve at home.
Kid-Friendly Christmas Mocktail Recipes
Our Christmas Mocktail Recipes
1
Peppermint Mocktail
Eggnog, vanilla ice cream and a quick homemade peppermint syrup blend into a creamy drink that tastes like a candy cane milkshake. A splash of club soda keeps it from feeling too heavy, and rolling the rim in crushed peppermint candy is an easy job to hand to the kids. It is the richest drink on this list, so it works best as dessert.
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2
Blue Christmas Mocktail
Blue curacao syrup, coconut lime soda and San Pellegrino Limonata make a bright blue, citrusy fizz that looks like it came out of a snow globe. Each glass takes about a minute to mix, so kids can build their own. Check the label and make sure the blue curacao you buy is the zero-alcohol syrup.
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3
The Mistletoe Mocktail
Creme de menthe syrup, a little elderflower syrup, tonic water and Limonata make a minty green sparkler with a cherry on top for that red and green look. The tonic adds a slightly bitter edge, so this one may suit teens better than little ones. Swap the tonic for lemon-lime soda if you want it sweeter.
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4
Cranberry Kiss Mocktail
Cranberry juice, orange juice and club soda or Sprite make a big pitcher of red sparkling punch with fresh cranberries and orange wedges floating on top. Everything comes from the regular grocery store, and it doubles easily for a crowd. I especially like it for a Christmas Eve table because it looks festive without any special syrups.
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Christmas Punch Recipes for a Crowd
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crayonsandcravings.com
Grinch Punch
Lime sherbet, green Hawaiian Punch and Sprite foam up into a bright green punch, and a red sugar rim stands in for the Grinch’s heart. The recipe gives a small batch and a party-size version, so it fits a movie night or a classroom party. Serve it right away while the sherbet is still frothy.
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missinthekitchen.com
Easy Party Punch
Hawaiian Punch, pineapple juice and ginger ale go into one pitcher or punch bowl and you are done. It is sweet, red and simple, which is exactly what a busy party host needs. Keep the ginger ale cold and pour it in last so the punch stays fizzy.
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supergoldenbakes.com
Virgin Mulled Cranberry Punch
Cranberry juice simmers with orange, ginger, cinnamon sticks, star anise and cloves for a warm punch that makes the whole kitchen smell like Christmas. It is a good choice for a cookie decorating afternoon when kids want something warm that is not hot chocolate. Let it cool to just warm before serving younger kids.
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8
findingzest.com
Cranberry Pineapple Mocktail
Sparkling cranberry juice and pineapple juice mix into a sweet-tart pink punch topped with fresh cranberries and curls of orange zest. With a two-ingredient base, it is easy to stir together by the pitcher. Older kids can handle the zest curls while you pour.
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9
recipesfromapantry.com
Non Alcoholic Sangria
Red grape juice, cranberry or orange juice and sparkling water get loaded with chopped fruit for a colorful pitcher drink. Kids can help cut the softer fruit and drop it in. Mix the juice and fruit ahead, then add the sparkling water right before guests arrive.
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Sparkling Christmas Mocktails by the Glass
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thekitchenismyplayground.com
Santa’s Hat Shirley Temple
This Shirley Temple twist uses grenadine, ginger ale and lemon-lime soda in a glass rimmed with coconut that looks like the fur trim on Santa’s hat. A maraschino cherry and a mini candy cane finish it off. Every ingredient is something most kids already love, so it is a safe bet for picky drinkers.
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11
sprinklesomefun.com
Sparkling Raspberry Pear Mocktail
Pear juice, fresh raspberries and berry sparkling water make a light pink drink that is not overly sweet. Thin pear slices in the glass make it look fancy with almost no effort. Pick this one if you want something lighter than a punch.
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mycrazygoodlife.com
Sparkling Cranberry Lime Mocktail
Lime sparkling water, a splash of cranberry juice and fresh lime juice make a single red glass in about five minutes. It is a lighter, lower-sugar option for an ordinary December weeknight when someone wants a special drink. A few cranberries and a lime wheel are all the garnish it needs.
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deliciousobsessions.com
Sparkling Cranberry Orange Ginger Mocktail
Unsweetened cranberry juice, fresh orange juice and grated ginger get topped with bubbles for a tart, zippy drink. Use the sparkling water option rather than kombucha for kids, and sweeten it to taste. Orange zest and fresh cranberries make an easy garnish.
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recipesfromapantry.com
Ginger Beer Hibiscus Mocktail
Hibiscus syrup, strawberries, passion fruit and lime get topped with sparkling ginger beer for a deep red drink with a little bite. Ginger beer is spicier than ginger ale, so kids who like ginger flavor are the best audience. The recipe makes two glasses, so scale it up for a party.
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withablast.net
Mint and Pomegranate Apple Sipper
Apple juice poured over fresh mint and pomegranate seeds makes a red and green drink that fits right in on a Christmas table. Freeze some apple juice into ice cubes so it does not get watered down. Leave the pomegranate seeds out for toddlers and small children, since they can be a choking hazard.
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thelittleepicurean.com
Sparkling Ginger Citrusade
Five citrus juices, fresh ginger juice and honey syrup get topped with sparkling mineral water for a bright drink that serves eight. It leans sour and gingery, so it fits older kids and teens better than preschoolers. Juice the citrus ahead of time and add the bubbles at the party.
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fabfood4all.co.uk
Virgin Mojito Mocktail
Fresh mint, apple juice, lime juice and elderflower cordial get topped with soda water over crushed ice. The green mint and lime wedges make it an easy match for a red and green drink lineup next to the cranberry recipes. Kids can muddle the mint leaves, which is the fun part.
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Tips for Serving Christmas Mocktails at a Party
- Build the punch bowl in two steps. Stir the juice base together in the bowl before guests arrive, then pour in cold soda or sparkling water at serving time. A ring of frozen cranberry or apple juice keeps it cold without watering it down.
- Hand the garnishes to the kids. Dipping rims in red or green sanding sugar, dropping fresh cranberries into each glass and hooking a mini candy cane over the edge are all easy jobs for small hands.
- Make ahead, but hold the fizz. Juice bases and simple syrups keep in the fridge for a day or two. Add anything bubbly, plus any sherbet or ice cream, right before you serve.
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