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Stylized collage of a Bunny Mary, alcohol-free Carrot Bloody Mary, and its ingredients: carrots, Tabasco, lemon, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, caperberries and cayenne pepper.

Bunny Mary:  Alcohol-Free Carrot Bloody Mary

This vibrant and refreshing alcohol-free Carrot Bloody Mary is a unique twist on the classic Virgin Mary mocktail.  Substituting carrot for the traditional tomato juice, gives the drink a lighter and brighter personality. The natural sweetness of the carrot juice is balanced with the zesty lemon juice and tangy caperberry brine.  The bold and iconic …

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Stylized collage of a Mediterranean Chic, cucumber, kalamata and rosemary tonic, and its ingredients: kalamata olives, cucumber, rosemary, lemon and tonic water.

Mediterranean Chic: Cucumber, Kalamata and Rosemary Tonic

The inspiration for this cucumber, kalamata and rosemary tonic came from a visit to the middle eastern restaurant Smoke and Honey – a fantastic London gem located on Great Portland Street.  I was impressed by their imaginative drinks menu, including an interesting gin and tonic made with kalamata olives.  Until then, I’d only considered using …

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Stylized collage of a Cucumango, alcohol-free Mango and Cucumber Mule, and its ingredients: mango, cucumber, lime, honey, mint and ginger beer.

Cucumango: Alcohol-Free Mango and Cucumber Mule

I love it when unexpected flavor combinations work really well together.  This alcohol-free mango and cucumber mule may sound a little odd, but it tastes fantastic. Mango and lime is a classic sweet and sour pairing, but it’s the addition of the fiery ginger beer and crisp cucumber that gives this mocktail its unique japanese-inspired …

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Stylized collage of a Cool Coconut - coconut, cucumber and mint cooler - and its ingredients: cucumber, coconut, mint and lime.

Cool Coconut: Coconut, Cucumber and Mint Cooler

This delicious Coconut, Cucumber and Mint Cooler is pure refreshment.  The lime and mint gives it a distinctive Mojito vibe, but without as much sweetness or fizz. Not only does the coconut water give this mocktail a richer mouthfeel, it is also packed with nutrients that will make your body feel great. Once you’ve made …

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Stylized collage of a 'Cool as a Cucumber' alcohol-free cucumber gimlet and its ingredients: cucumber, apple, lemon and dill.

Cool as a Cucumber: Alcohol-Free Cucumber Gimlet

The distinctive crisp, clean and green flavor of fresh cucumber is prominent in this delicious alcohol-free cucumber gimlet. The dill adds a subtle hint of aniseed and savory accent to this perfectly balanced sweet and sour delight.  Refreshing and deceptively concentrated in flavor, it is a great alternative to short and strong cocktails without the …

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Stylised collage of the Pretty in Pink rhubarb, elderflower and lemon cooler and it's ingredients: rhubarb, elderflower, mint and lemon.

Pretty in Pink: Rhubarb, Elderflower and Lemon Cooler Recipe

Rhubarb is one of the first vegetables to come into season in the spring.  At this time of year, in the spirit of eating and drinking locally, why not swap your imported strawberries for this earthy, sweet and sour treat?  And rhubarb isn’t just for pies and cobblers either.  There is no better way to wave …

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Stylised collage of an Enforced Rhubarb non-alcoholic rhubarb and ginger martini and its ingredients: rhubarb, lime and ginger.

Enforced Rhubarb: Non-Alcoholic Rhubarb and Ginger Martini Recipe

Rarely featured on a drinks menu, it’s time that rhubarb was put in the spotlight.  Its tart sweetness couldn’t be better showcased than in this delicious non-alcoholic rhubarb and ginger martini. Fresh rhubarb has a lip-puckering sourness that mellows into earthy strawberry and raspberry notes when cooked with a little sugar.  Paired with the warm …

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