Sparkling Raspberry Mocktail Recipe — Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Cocktail

This raspberry mocktail strikes a lovely balance of sweet and tart, bursting with fresh fruit flavor and ready in about 10 minutes. It’s a simple, refreshing drink that’s perfect for hot summer days and family-friendly gatherings.

Raspberry Mocktail

Use a raspberry simple syrup to make this easy raspberry Tom Collins–style mocktail, or substitute any flavored simple syrup you like for a different twist. Popular options include raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, strawberry, peach, brown sugar, orange, rosemary, or even jalapeño simple syrup for a spicy kick.

• Raspberry Simple Syrup
• Blueberry Simple Syrup
• Blackberry Simple Syrup
• Strawberry Simple Syrup
• Peach Simple Syrup
• Brown Sugar Simple Syrup
• Orange Simple Syrup
• Rosemary Simple Syrup
• Jalapeño Simple Syrup

This recipe is fresh, fast and one of the best fruity mocktails for summer. It pairs nicely with other non-alcoholic drinks if you’re building a mocktail selection for a party or bar cart—try it alongside a blue lagoon mocktail, a mimosa mocktail, a non-alcoholic gin and tonic, or a non-alcoholic vodka martini for variety.

Like virgin margaritas, strawberry margaritas or a non-alcoholic piña colada, the bright fruit and citrus notes make this a thirst-quenching choice on warm days. You can also adapt the recipe for seasonal occasions—there are plenty of delicious non-alcoholic drinks that suit fall and winter holidays too.

While the recipe below uses raspberries and lemon, feel free to swap in strawberries and lime or other fruit and citrus combinations you enjoy. A sprig of fresh mint makes an elegant garnish.

What you need:

This simple mocktail requires only a few ingredients:

• Raspberry simple syrup (homemade recommended)
• Muddled fresh raspberries
• Non-alcoholic gin alternative (optional)
• Ice
• Tonic water (or sparkling water/club soda)
• Lemon for juice and garnish
• Fresh raspberries for garnish

How to make it

Step 1: Add 1 tablespoon raspberry simple syrup to a tall glass.

Step 2: Add 1 tablespoon muddled fresh raspberries.

Step 3: Pour in about 1 ounce of a non-alcoholic gin alternative (optional).

Step 4: Fill the glass two-thirds full with ice.

Step 5: Top with tonic water (or sparkling water/club soda) and squeeze in fresh lemon juice to taste.

Step 6: Garnish with fresh raspberries and a lemon slice. Serve immediately and enjoy.

So what is the best mocktail?

This raspberry mocktail is a favorite—especially with kids—but there are many other great non-alcoholic drinks to try depending on the mood. Creamy options like a non-alcoholic White Russian, bubbly prosecco-style drinks with pomegranate and cranberries, a strawberry gin smash, or a non-alcoholic Bloody Mary are all excellent choices. If you’re new to mocktail making, start with simple recipes and adjust sweetness and citrus until you find your perfect balance.

Other delicious recipes with raspberry…

Gluten-Free Raspberry Pop Tarts

Razzleberry Pie (gluten-free)

Poppyseed Cake with raspberries