Dry January? Mix up stunning mocktails with friends this Winter
22 January 2026
Posted under: Hobbies & interests
Feeling a little ‘bubbled’ out from festive cheers with friends – or simply looking to try out a refreshing non-alcoholic drink to enjoy as a mid-week treat – why not give one of these delicious mocktail recipes a try. Created by expert mixologist Matt from Quintessential Events – the team behind the bars at our recent winter events, from a Cranberry and Rosemary Collins to a Spiced Margarita, they’re perfect for every occasion and season all from the comfort of your home.
Spiced Margarita
Ingredients
- 50ml 0% tequila
- 25ml orange juice
- 25ml lime juice
- 20ml winter spiced agave
- Garnish with a star anise & lime wedge
How to make it
- Stir in a short glass or Martini glass, with no ice.
- To make the winter spiced agave, gently heat 250ml agave with 1 cinnamon stick, 1 star anise and 10 cloves.
- Do no boil.
- Allow to sit and cool.
- Remove the spices and store.
Cranberry & Rosemary Collins
Ingredients
- 35ml 0% London dry gin
- 25ml cranberry juice
- 25ml fresh lemon juice
- Top up with sparkling water
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig & winter berries
How to make it
- Mix in a tall glass, with cubed ice and a straw.
- To make the Rosemary syrup, gently heat 500ml sugar syrup with 5 sprigs of rosemary. Do not boil.
- Allow to sit and cool.
- Remove the sprig and store.
Matt’s alcohol free must-trys
From alcohol free spirits – perfect served over ice with a tasty tonic and slice, to wine and bubbles, beers and ales, there’s a fantastic range of tasty tipples out there to try when you’re looking for something flavourful but without the alcohol / with a reduced alcohol content.
• Guinness Draught 0.0 Alcohol Free
• Draught Stout
• Tanqueray Alcohol Free 0%, served with
• Fever Tree Premium Indian Tonic
• ISH Mexican Agave Spirit
• Peroni 0%
Enjoy!