Popular Non-Alcoholic Drinks for Weddings Guests Will Love
- Tiffany Dnaka
- Aug 29
- 2 min read
When planning your wedding menu, it’s easy to focus on signature cocktails and champagne toasts, but don’t forget your non-alcoholic options. More and more couples are choosing to include elegant, thoughtfully crafted mocktails at their wedding receptions. These drinks not only ensure that everyone can enjoy a celebratory glass in style, they also add a layer of sophistication to your beverage menu. Here are some popular non-alcoholic wedding drinks your guests will love, complete with recipes to try.
1. Hibiscus Lemon Spritz
A floral, vibrant drink with a refreshing citrus twist. Perfect for a spring or summer wedding.
Ingredients
2 hibiscus tea bags
1 cup boiling water
1 tbsp honey or simple syrup
½ cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup sparkling water
Lemon slices for garnish
Ice
Directions
Steep the hibiscus tea bags in boiling water for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the bags and stir in honey. Let cool.
In a glass with ice, combine the hibiscus tea and lemon juice.
Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
Garnish with a lemon slice or edible flower.
The result is a jewel-toned spritz that feels every bit as special as champagne.
2. Nojito (Non-Alcoholic Mojito)
Light, minty, and a crowd favorite for warm evenings.
Ingredients
Fresh mint leaves
1 tsp sugar or honey
½ lime, cut into wedges
Sparkling water
Ice
Directions
Muddle mint leaves, sugar, and lime wedges in a glass.
Fill with ice and top with sparkling water.
Stir gently and garnish with extra mint.
3. Non-Alcoholic Lemon Drop Martini
A mocktail version of a wedding classic that is elegant and citrusy.
Ingredients
½ cup fresh lemon juice
¼ cup simple syrup
¼ cup cold water
Sugar for rim
Lemon twist for garnish
Ice
Directions
Rim a chilled martini glass with sugar.
In a shaker filled with ice, combine lemon juice, simple syrup, and cold water.
Shake well and strain into the martini glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist.
This mocktail delivers the same sweet-tart sophistication as the cocktail version, with zero alcohol.
4. Sparkling Peach Bellini Mocktail
A bubbly option that pairs perfectly with wedding toasts.
Ingredients
½ cup peach purée
1 tsp lemon juice
Sparkling cider or sparkling water
Peach slices for garnish
Directions
Add peach purée and lemon juice to a champagne flute.
Slowly top with sparkling cider or sparkling water.
Stir gently and garnish with a peach slice.
5. Cucumber Mint Cooler
Crisp, refreshing, and spa-inspired. Ideal for outdoor weddings.
Ingredients
½ cucumber, sliced
½ lime, juiced
Sparkling water
Fresh mint leaves
Ice
Directions
Muddle cucumber and mint in a shaker.
Add lime juice and shake with ice.
Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with sparkling water.
Garnish with a cucumber ribbon or mint sprig.
Offering a thoughtful non-alcoholic menu ensures that all of your guests, whether they’re toasting with champagne or choosing a mocktail, can celebrate in style. These recipes are simple, elegant, and wedding-worthy, bringing flavor and flair to your big day.
All artwork featured here was created by Tiffany, who specializes in custom wedding drink menus and signage. From watercolor illustrations of signature cocktails to personalized wedding bar menus, every piece is designed to make your special day unforgettable.
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