For those seeking a festive, flavor-packed beverage without the alcohol, my Alcohol-Free Strawberry Margaritas are the perfect solution. Capturing the classic margarita flavors of lime and tart sweetness, this mocktail version features fresh strawberries for a delightful twist.
1. Alcohol-Free Strawberry Margaritas
Ingredients
- Coarse sea salt flakes for rimming the glasses
- Zest of 1 fresh lime
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, muddled
- 2 cups ice
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- Lime wedges for garnish
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice
- 1 tbsp raw honey or pure maple syrup
- Splash of sparkling water
Instructions
Rim the glasses with the coarse sea salt flakes and lime zest. Set aside.
In a cocktail shaker or pitcher, muddle the fresh strawberries until well crushed.
Fill the prepared glasses with ice.
To the muddled strawberries, add the grapefruit juice, lime/lemon juice, and honey/maple syrup. Stir to combine.
Carefully pour the strawberry-citrus mixture over the ice in the prepared glasses.
Top each drink with a splash of sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
Garnish each margarita with a thin slice of jalapeño and a lime wedge.
The combination of the sweet strawberries, tangy citrus, and subtle heat from the jalapeño creates a wonderfully balanced and refreshing alcohol-free margarita. The coarse sea salt rim and lime zest add a lovely finishing touch.
Serve these Spicy & Refreshing Alcohol-Free Strawberry Margaritas alongside your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes, or enjoy them on a hot summer day as a delightfully guilt-free treat. Cheers!
