Non-Alcoholic Juicy Julep
Pineapple, orange and lime juices come together in this non-alcoholic version of a favorite cocktail.
Not surprisingly, whatever I eat, my toddler wants to eat. Whatever I drink, my toddler wants to try. So when we have a glass of wine or a cocktail, he starts wondering where his drink is. I’ve never been much of juice person, but now I’ve started stocking more in my fridge. For my son, and also for me. I like having a drink in my hand that he can come sip from.
So here is a beverage all can enjoy, both kids and adults— a non-alcoholic version of the ever popular mint julep. If you want to add a little bourbon in to make this mocktail a cocktail, go right ahead. But you won’t miss it, I can promise you that. This drink is plenty refreshing and enjoyable all on its own.
Non-Alcoholic Juicy Julep
Ingredients
- Ice
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1 oz freshly squeeze lime juice
- Ginger ale , to top off
- 1 teaspoon fresh mint , crushed or finely chopped
- Sprig of mint , for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedge and/or pineapple slice , for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add ice to tall glass. Pour in pineapple, orange and lime juice. Top with ginger ale and stir in mint leaves.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge and/or pineapple slice, if desired. Serve immediately, and enjoy!
This looks so refreshing! My kids always come by for a sip of my drink, too (even now that they’re older!) and I know they would love this one.
I can’t figure out what a measure is? 1 cup, I Oz, etc etc. Want to use this recipe for a wedding & don’t know what a measure is to find out if it is feasible to do foe 50 guests. And if it’s possible to make a batch take it easier to serve for 50 guests. Please explain what measure is.
Hi Pam! A “measure” could be any amount, and the important this is that the pineapple, orange and lime juices are all equal parts. However, this recipe is 8 years old and I now realize those instructions are a little confusing. I’ve changed the wording to 1 oz each of the fruit juices, which works great for single servings. If I were making a big batch for a crowd, I would do 1 part of each fruit juice and 2 parts of ginger ale. So for example, 1 cup each pineapple, orange, and lime juice and 2 cups ginger ale, which can be scaled as needed. I hope this helps!