~ Non-Alcoholic Thanksgiving Drinks are a great option, since the Turkey Day celebrations tend to go on and on … and on. Even people who like to drink alcohol sometimes appreciate a tasty break in the action. And with these delicious “virgin” beverages, nobody will miss the alcohol at all! ~
From the Macy’s Parade to the Thanksgiving feast to allllll those football games … the Thanksgiving festivities really do stretch for hours upon hours.
Now, don’t get me wrong … in my opinion, that’s a very, very good thing. The more festive-ness you can cram into one day, the better!
But, when it comes to beverage options, you’ve gotta think beyond the standard beer, wine and cocktails if everybody’s gonna make it through in one piece.
Plus, since a huge portion of my extended family prefers not to drink alcohol, I know how special non-drinkers feel when there’s a celebratory beverage they can enjoy, too!
With all that in mind, I’ve gathered a gorgeous collection of Thanksgiving-perfect drinks.
Full of fall flavors and cozy autumn vibes, they’re a wonderful option to add to your menu – for non-drinkers, kiddos, designated drivers … or just those folks who need to take a hydrating break between beers.
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Cheers to you and yours!
Thanksgiving Mocktails
Thanksgiving Mocktail
A perfect Thanksgiving combination of fall flavors, this simple, delicious mocktail combines cranberry juice, apple cider and ginger beer. The recipe is easy to scale up or down depending on how many guests you're serving. Beautiful sugared cranberries are a lovely garnish!
Apple Bee’s Knees Mocktail
The alcohol-filled original version of this drink dates back to Prohibition, when lemon and honey helped to mask the flavor of bad gin. This updated, non-alcoholic riff features cozy apple cider and a delicious cinnamon honey syrup. Ideal fall flavors for Thanksgiving!
Non Alcoholic Cranberry Sangria
Fresh autumn fruits bob merrily in this tasty sangria. Easy to make in big pitchers so Thanksgiving guests can serve themselves and sip all day long!
Caramel Apple Cider Mimosas
Does your Thanksgiving Day include a special brunch? Then you definitely need a festive mimosa to serve! This autumn-inspired version is written as a regular cocktail with simple modifications to turn it into an alcohol-free mocktail ... so you can easily offer both options, side-by-side. (Pssssst ... and if you wanna spotlight cranberries instead of apples, try this lovely, non-alcoholic Cranberry Mimosa instead.)
Virgin Moscow Mule
Refreshing and so on-trend right now, Moscow Mules are true crowd-pleasers. But they don't have to be alcoholic to be delicious!
Spiced Cranberry Spritzers with Blood Oranges and Candied Rosemary
A marriage of homemade cardamom-spiced cranberry jam, fizzy ginger beer and sparkling, non-alcoholic Rosé make this gorgeous mocktail a standout. Candy your rosemary a day in advance to save time on Thanksgiving Day.
Whiskey Sour Mocktail
A party classic, modernized for all those partygoers who just don't want to drink so much. This refreshing sweet and tart Whiskey Sour Mocktail has all the flavor and none of the alcohol.
Apple Cider Sangria Mocktail
Alcohol-free wine is an ideal base for harvest flavors and seasonal fruit. The flavors meld and develop after sitting, so it's best to make this at least two hours in advance. For busy hosts, this can even be mostly made the night before!
Cranberry Cosmo Mocktail
Retro and yet still so popular, Cosmopolitans always feel special. And, they happen to be the favorite drink of my dear friend, Lynne, who throws memorable Thanksgiving parties every year (so I absolutely HAD to include it ... Lynne, this one's for you!).
Leftover Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Milkshake
A little extra celebration you can enjoy AFTER Thanksgiving Day if you happen to have leftover pumpkin pie. Just toss a slice into your blender for an indulgent treat. But don't worry if you've already had tooooo much indulgence at the Thanksgiving feast, since this article offers ways to keep the indulgence on the lighter side: opt for low-fat milk and even skip the ice cream by using a few ice cubes instead. (Or, for an even more nutritious option, try this Greek yogurt-based Pumpkin Pie Smoothie.)
~ by Shelley
