15 Mother’s Day Drinks and Mocktails
Moms do so much—so when her day rolls around, she deserves more than just flowers. How about a beautiful, refreshing mocktail that looks fancy, tastes amazing, and makes her feel totally spoiled?
These Mother’s Day drinks are fruity, floral, and downright pretty. Whether you’re hosting brunch, a backyard tea party, or a cozy breakfast-in-bed moment, these recipes are easy to make and totally Instagram-worthy — without any alcohol. ✨
1. Sparkling Raspberry Rose Lemonade
Description:
Light, bubbly, and just the right amount of floral. This lemonade is infused with a hint of rosewater and finished off with fresh raspberries and sparkling water. It’s elegant, pink, and perfect for toasting Mom.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh lemonade (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ teaspoon rosewater
- ¼ cup fresh raspberries
- Sparkling water or club soda
- Ice and lemon slices
Instructions:
- In a glass, muddle raspberries gently.
- Add lemonade and rosewater.
- Fill with ice and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with lemon slices and more raspberries.
Optional: Rim the glass with sugar for an extra fancy touch.
2. Strawberry Basil Mocktail Spritzer
Description:
Fresh strawberries and basil come together in this herbaceous, fruity spritzer. It’s sweet, fragrant, and so refreshing—basically spring in a glass.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup sliced strawberries
- 3–4 fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Sparkling water or plain soda
- Ice
Instructions:
- Muddle strawberries and basil with honey and lemon juice.
- Fill glass with ice.
- Pour over sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with basil leaf and a strawberry slice.
Tip: Chill the glass ahead of time for an extra cooling effect.
3. Cucumber Mint Cooler
Description:
This drink is spa-day meets Sunday brunch. Crisp cucumber and fresh mint blend into a cool, clean mocktail that feels light and luxurious.
Ingredients:
- ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
- 5–6 mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Sparkling water
- Ice
Instructions:
- Muddle cucumber and mint with honey and lime juice.
- Add ice and top with sparkling water.
- Stir well and garnish with a cucumber ribbon or mint sprig.
Optional: Add a splash of coconut water for tropical vibes.
4. Peach Iced Tea Mocktail
Description:
Juicy peaches and black tea make a naturally sweet, refreshing iced tea mocktail that’s perfect for a Mother’s Day afternoon. It’s fruity, elegant, and pairs beautifully with brunch or cupcakes.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chilled black tea
- ¼ cup peach nectar or juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Ice and sliced peaches for garnish
- Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions:
- Combine tea, peach juice, and lemon juice in a shaker or glass.
- Shake or stir well.
- Pour over ice and garnish with peach slices and mint.
Optional: Use a peach herbal tea bag for a caffeine-free version.
5. Lavender Lemon Mocktail
Description:
This floral, fragrant drink is as beautiful as it is refreshing. A touch of lavender syrup gives a subtle sweetness and a soft purple hue that’s totally Mother’s Day-worthy.
Ingredients:
- ¾ cup lemonade
- 1 tablespoon lavender syrup (store-bought or homemade)
- Sparkling water
- Ice and lemon wheels
- Optional: edible lavender or purple flower
Instructions:
- Mix lemonade and lavender syrup in a glass.
- Add ice and top with sparkling water.
- Stir and garnish with lemon slices and lavender buds.
Pro Tip: Serve in a stemless wine glass for extra elegance.
6. Pineapple Coconut Fizz
Description:
Tropical and creamy, this fizzy mocktail is like a mini vacation in a glass. With pineapple juice, coconut milk, and a splash of sparkling water, it’s smooth, bright, and totally Mom-approved.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup coconut milk (or coconut cream for richness)
- Sparkling water
- Ice
- Pineapple wedge and shredded coconut (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a shaker or glass, combine pineapple juice and coconut milk.
- Shake or stir until creamy.
- Pour over ice and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a pineapple slice and a sprinkle of coconut.
Optional: Add a paper umbrella for tropical flair!
7. Watermelon Lime Refresher
Description:
Fresh, juicy watermelon blends beautifully with tangy lime for this ultra-refreshing pink mocktail. It’s hydrating, pretty, and the ultimate warm-weather sip.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh watermelon chunks
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or agave (optional)
- Sparkling water or still water
- Ice and mint for garnish
Instructions:
- Blend watermelon and lime juice until smooth.
- Strain if desired for a smoother drink.
- Pour over ice, sweeten to taste, and top with water.
- Garnish with mint and a lime wheel.
Tip: Chill your glasses for a frosty finish.
8. Strawberry Lemonade Sparkler
Description:
A bubbly twist on classic strawberry lemonade. This mocktail is bright, sweet-tart, and full of real strawberry flavor—plus that fizz gives it just the right touch of celebration.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup strawberry purée or juice
- ½ cup lemonade
- Sparkling water
- Ice and strawberry slices
- Lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions:
- Combine strawberry purée and lemonade in a shaker or glass.
- Shake or stir well.
- Pour over ice and top with sparkling water.
- Add strawberry slices and a lemon wheel.
Optional: Rim the glass with sugar for sparkle.
9. Orange Blossom Citrus Punch
Description:
This floral-citrus punch blends fresh orange juice with a touch of orange blossom water for an elegant, lightly perfumed drink that’s refreshing and unique.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup sparkling water
- ½ teaspoon orange blossom water (a little goes a long way!)
- Ice
- Orange slices and edible flowers
Instructions:
- Combine orange juice and orange blossom water in a glass.
- Add ice and top with sparkling water.
- Stir gently and garnish with orange slices and flowers.
Tip: Serve in a glass pitcher for a brunch centerpiece.
10. Blueberry Mint Cooler
Description:
This vibrant cooler mixes muddled blueberries and fresh mint for a sweet, earthy flavor with a burst of color. It’s gorgeous, refreshing, and super easy to make ahead.
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup fresh blueberries
- 5 mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
- Sparkling water or plain soda
- Ice and extra berries for garnish
Instructions:
- Muddle blueberries and mint with citrus juice.
- Add ice and top with sparkling water.
- Stir and garnish with a mint sprig and blueberries.
Optional: Add a slice of lime for extra zing.
11. Cherry Vanilla Sparkler
Description:
This one’s for the soda shoppe soul. A mix of cherry juice and vanilla essence gives a nostalgic twist to this fizzy, ruby-red drink. Sweet, bubbly, and pretty in pink.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup tart cherry juice (or cherry concentrate diluted)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sparkling water or club soda
- Ice
- Maraschino cherry or fresh cherry for garnish
Instructions:
- Pour cherry juice and vanilla into a glass.
- Fill with ice and top with sparkling water.
- Stir gently and garnish with a cherry.
Tip: Add a striped straw for vintage flair.
12. Rosemary Grapefruit Refresher
Description:
This mocktail is bold, refreshing, and beautifully fragrant. The rosemary adds a savory herbal twist to tart grapefruit, making it feel sophisticated and spa-worthy.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 sprig rosemary (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Sparkling water
- Ice
Instructions:
- Muddle rosemary with honey in the glass.
- Add grapefruit juice and stir.
- Fill with ice and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig and grapefruit wedge.
Optional: Rim the glass with salt or sugar for extra texture.
13. Creamy Strawberry Milk Mocktail
Description:
Sweet, creamy, and blush pink—this one’s for moms who love a dessert drink. It’s like a grown-up version of strawberry milk, with a hint of vanilla and a silky texture.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup fresh or puréed strawberries
- ½ cup milk (or almond/coconut milk)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice or crushed ice
- Strawberry slice for garnish
Instructions:
- Blend strawberries with milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour over crushed ice.
- Garnish with a strawberry slice or mint.
Tip: Use a frother for an extra creamy top layer.
14. Blackberry Lime Mocktail Mojito
Description:
A fresh and fruity take on the mojito—minus the alcohol. Blackberries, lime, and mint make this drink pop with color and flavor, while soda water keeps it refreshing and light.
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup fresh blackberries
- Juice of 1 lime
- 5 mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave
- Sparkling water
- Ice
Instructions:
- Muddle blackberries, lime juice, mint, and honey in a glass.
- Add ice and top with sparkling water.
- Stir and garnish with a mint sprig and a few berries.
Optional: Add a lime wheel on the rim for presentation.
15. Vanilla Pear Fizz
Description:
Soft and elegant, this mocktail blends the mellow sweetness of pear with creamy vanilla and a fizzy finish. It’s simple, chic, and totally brunch-table worthy.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup pear juice or nectar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sparkling water or lemon soda
- Ice
- Thin pear slice for garnish
Instructions:
- Stir together pear juice and vanilla in a glass.
- Add ice and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a pear slice or edible flower.
Tip: Serve in a coupe or stemmed glass for a fancy twist.
