Christmas Mocktails for Kids
Who could ask for anything better than Christmas Mocktails? Mocktails are the perfect alternative to alcohol, plus it’s something the whole family can indulge in.
One of my favorite things ever is to sit around and have a fun drink with the family. These mocktails for kids are going to have you jumping for joy this holiday season!
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What is a mocktail?
These are non-alcoholic drinks that are perfect for a family party! I love to make these during a festive gathering, and to have as different drinks for the kids and adults to enjoy. Mocktails can be made with seasonal flavors, and simple ingredients, making them a fun idea for non-alcoholic Christmas drinks, or as a great alternative to alcohlic beverages.
Mocktails are a delicious drink for the Christmas season, New year parties, or as a non-alcoholic version for a refreshing drink. Kids love these as a sweet treat that they can enjoy!
instead of making a cocktail recipe, why not make some of these non-alcoholic cocktails for the perfect drink? The best part is that you can find so many fun recipes for a festive drink, or any other easy mocktail that you want!
Christmas Mocktails for Kids:
The holiday season is finally here. It’s time to forget about due dates and homework and enjoy time together. Whether you’re by yourself or with the kids, these
Christmas mocktails are going to make this holiday season much more amazing. Now, let’s move on to all these fun mocktails!
When you have a holiday party, you want to be sure to include children in the plans. Yes, you could give the kids orange juice or apple cider while you enjoy your glass of wine.
Or, you can make the Christmas Party fun for the kids, too, by including one of the fun Christmas Mocktails below.
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They are really nothing more than some fruit juices made bubbly by ginger ale or sparkling water. So, it isn’t as if you will have to spend a ton of money or time making something for the kiddos.
You will still have plenty of time to focus on the adult aspect of your party.
Christmas Mocktails for Kids
Christmas mocktails provide an excellent alternative beverage option for children during the festive season. Incorporating many of the same flavors as traditional Christmas treats, these refreshing drinks are both tasty and fun to make - perfect for that holiday party or family get-together.
This peppermint mocktail is seriously delicious. It's like a bright and tasty treat with a creamy base that it just perfect for a cold winter night!
Three cheers for this incredible Blue Christmas Mocktail from 3 Boys and a Dog.
This Sparkling Raspberry Pear Mocktail from Sprinkle Some Fun is going to rock your holiday world.
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How fun is this Santa's Hat Shirley Temple from The Kitchen is My Playground? I love the taste of of it, but the look of the drink is also very inviting.
Delicious Obsessions has created this Cranberry Orange Ginger Mocktail to help all of us get through the holidays.
Doesn't this Ginger Beer Hibiscus Mocktail African Recipe sound awesome? It's because Recipes From a Pantry created it. She always has the best Christmas drinks!
Easy Party Punch from Miss in the Kitchen is something we ALL need this holiday season.
Ah, this Sparkling Cranberry Lime Mocktail from My Crazy Good Life has my mouth watering so much.
The Little Epicurean has also allowed us the amazing Sparkling Ginger Citrusade, which is a fabulous Christmas drink.
Can we just talk about this Virgin Mulled Cranberry Punch Recipe? It needs to be at everyone's table this holiday season. Does it get anymore "holiday" than cranberry juice? Thank you Quirky Inspired!
You're going to love this Blackberry Shrub from The Little Epicurean, I promise!
Let's all sit around and sip this Mint Pomegranate Apple Sipper from With a Blast and enjoy this time of year. You will love this twist on pomegranate juice and so will the children!
Finding Zest helps us all find our holiday spirit with this Cranberry Pineapple Mocktail.
Sometimes you just want to say no to the alcohol, which is why we're thankful Recipes From a Pantry created this Non-Alcoholic Sangria Sangria Mocktail.
This Frosty Hawaiian Mocktail recipe is very similar to a Blue Hawaiian cocktail, except it has no rum.
Great drink for the holidays and a fun one to make!
Are mocktails safe for kids?
Mocktails, a nonalcoholic variant of traditional cocktails, may offer an attractive and seemingly harmless beverage option for children. Mocktails are usually made with juice, sparkling soda, or other ingredients that are safe to consume in moderation by most children.
However, although they are marketed as “kid-friendly” drinks, many manufacturers add excessive amounts of added sugar and other unhealthy additives to their products. Therefore, parents need to pay close attention to nutritional information on mocktail labels to ensure that their children are not being exposed to unnecessarily large doses of added sugar or artificial coloring.
Additionally, unless it is an occasional special treat, it is wise to limit how frequently you serve your children mocktails so that they do not depend on them for hydration or become too acclimated to sugary beverages.
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Should children drink mocktails on occasion?
With the ever-growing availability of multiple flavors of mocktails, it is becoming increasingly important for parents to consider if their child should be allowed to partake in occasional drinks.
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From a health and safety point of view, mocktails offer a much better alternative to drinking soda, as they are typically made up of healthy ingredients such as fresh fruits and juices, at times enhanced with natural sweeteners that might add additional health benefits.
Furthermore, mocktails provide an enjoyable way for children to join in on any celebration while satisfying their desire to consume something that is not only delicious but also reminiscent of what adults are consuming.
Taking this into consideration, it can be concluded that allowing a child to drink mocktails on occasion could actually be beneficial both physically and mentally.
Is there an age limit to drinking a mocktail?
There is no age limit on who can drink a mocktail. They’re kid-friendly, so it’s up to you to decide if you want to make or have your child drink them!
Adults can also partake, so it can be a fun way to try something new together.
You can use this list of recipes to get together in the kitchen and make a new mocktail or two together. It’s a fun way to bond and try something new together!
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What ingredients should be avoided in kid-friendly mocktails?
Many mocktails can be a great way to enjoy a night out with the family, but ensuring that these mocktails are safe for kids is key. It is important to avoid ingredients such as alcohol, caffeine, and sugar in these drinks so that they remain kid-friendly.
By using healthy ingredients such as fresh fruits and vegetable juices, herbs and spices, and alternative natural sweeteners like honey, it is possible to make enjoyable mocktails for the entire family without compromising their health.
Holiday Party Resources:
When I think of holiday parties, I think of sparkling drinks lke those above, but I also assume there will be egg nog and hot chocolate. So, I have included a few of those below.
It isn’t really a Christmas party without ALL the right beverages, is it?
You are going to love this Eggless Egg Nog Recipe.
Pick a favorite from this list of 15 Hot Chocolate Recipes.
Don’t miss out on these Delicious Eggnog Flavored Recipes!
Everyone will love these Festive and Fun Hot Holiday Drinks!
