Whether you’re hosting a New Year’s Eve celebration or planning a cosy night in, a good mocktail deserves a place on the drinks menu. These five ginger-led recipes, created with Belvoir Farm cordials and presses, range from refreshing citrus combinations to warming drinks for colder evenings. They’re ideal for anyone looking for an alcohol-free alternative to toast the season.
Spicy Red Head Mocktail
A tangy, refreshing mix of ginger beer, grapefruit and maple syrup.
- 200ml Belvoir Ginger Beer, more to top up if needed
- 50ml Fresh Grapefruit juice
- 30ml Maple syrup
- Caramel shard, grapefruit slice, mint to garnish, optional
Method
Pour the ingredients into a tall tumbler over some ice cubes. Mix with a spoon and add the Belvoir Ginger Beer.
Add a caramel shard, grapefruit slice, and fresh mint to garnish.
Spicy Honey, Lemon and Ginger Mocktail
A warming, citrus-led drink with ginger, honey and a gentle chilli kick.
- 50ml Belvoir Farm Honey, Lemon and Ginger Cordial
- 50ml Fresh orange juice
- 50ml Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- A pinch chilli powder
- Tonic water, to taste
- Orange slice and Frozen ginger (grated) to garnish, optional
Method
Mix the Honey, Lemon and Ginger Cordial, orange juice, lemon juice, turmeric and chilli powder in a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour over ice and top with tonic water to taste.
Garnish with a slice of orange and grated frozen ginger.
Ginger Spice Mocktail
A warming winter drink combining ginger, apple, lemon and cranberry.
- 40ml Belvoir Ginger Cordial
- 40ml Lemon juice
- 120ml Cloudy apple juice
- 1 tbsp Cranberry and port jelly
- 160ml Boiling water
- Garnish with grated nutmeg, a bay leaf or sliced ginger
Method
Mix all the ingredients in a heatproof vessel with a handle.
Garnish with a bit of grated nutmeg, a lovely bay leaf sprinkled with dried spices or a slice of fresh ginger for a fragrant finish.
Spiced Ginger Hot Toddy
A warming alcohol-free take on a winter classic, with ginger cordial and fragrant spices.
- 1 Cup Water
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 tbsp Cloves
- 1.5 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2-3 tbsp non-alcoholic whiskey or alternative
- 2-3 tbsp Belvoir Farm Ginger Cordial
- To garnish apple, orange and rosemary
Method
Add water, maple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon and cloves into a saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Pour the non-alcoholic whiskey into the glass, mug or thermos, along with the Ginger Cordial.
Strain the contents of the saucepan and pour the liquid into the glass with a slice of apple, orange and rosemary.
Blueberry & Blackcurrant 'Mocktail' Mule
A fruity, refreshing long drink with blueberry, blackcurrant, lime and ginger beer.
- 30ml Belvoir Blueberry & Blackcurrant Cordial
- 30ml Lime juice
- Belvoir Ginger Beer to taste
- Ice and Sprig of mint to garnish optional
Method
Fill a tall glass three-quarters full with ice. Pour in the Belvoir Blueberry & Blackcurrant Cordial and the lime juice, stir to combine all ingredients well.
Top with Belvoir Ginger Beer and garnish with a sprig of mint.
With thanks to Belvoir Farm for these festive-inspired mocktails. Belvoir is available nationwide in supermarket, garden centre, delis and all good farm shops.
