4 Non-Alcoholic BBQ Cocktail Drinks
Picture yourself on the last day of school. You and your friends are watching the clock, ticking off the seconds until freedom. You don’t know what tomorrow will bring, but that’s kind of the point. Summer starts a time when routines matter less. Joy matters more.
Summer is rife with moments meant for celebrating, and there’s nothing quite like a BBQ when the sun is out and the vibes are perfect. From big-bash pool parties with your best friends to lower-key opportunities to gather with friends and family you wish you could see more often, it seems like every minute of summer is worth raising a glass. But alcohol and the hot summer sun don’t always make for the best cocktail.
Want a better cocktail for those sunny summer days? Check out these non-alcoholic BBQ cocktail drinks that everyone can enjoy.
Peach Basil Mocktail
Perfect Pairings: Herb-filled pasta salads, roasted veggies, and dinner party potlucks with old friends
This peach basil mocktail, courtesy of recipe creator Entirely Elizabeth, is sure to impress your friends. But this non-alcoholic BBQ cocktail drink has a secret: It’s super easy! First, muddle together one fresh and ripe peach, four basil leaves, one to two tablespoons of brown sugar, and two ounces of orange juice.
From there, just top it off with four ounces of club soda. Or to give it a little something extra special, skip the club soda in favor of a non-alcoholic sparkling wine, like BEAU VIVA’s alcohol-free rosé.
Sparkling Lavender Mocktail
Perfect Pairings: Charcuterie, crème brûlée, and an upscale garden party
Another from Entirely Elizabeth, this sparkling lavender mocktail is reminiscent of summers in Provence, when the lavender is in bloom. Turn your BBQ into a garden party with this bubbly cocktail that takes just minutes to make.
First, add a half ounce of lemon juice, a half ounce of honey, and three dashes of non-alcoholic lavender bitters to a shaker bottle. Shake it up until well-combined, and then pour into coupe glasses. Pour on top two ounces of sparkling rosé, like BEAU VIVA, and finish off with two ounces of club soda. Garnish with a lemon slice and anything else that makes you feel like you’re having the perfect summer in the French countryside.
Passionfruit Sparkler
Perfect Pairings: Pineapple upside-down cake, grilled fish, and a beach bonfire
Lighting your first sparkler as a child and watching the sparks illuminate the night is a rite of passage for American summers. And whether you’re a fully-grown adult reliving your childhood days or just a child yourself, you can partake in this passionfruit sparkler, courtesy of the Mindful Mocktail. This five-minute recipe is super simple, and it’s customizable.
Start with one passionfruit. Scoop the pulp into a glass. Then, add one tablespoon of lime juice, a half-cup of coconut water, and lots of ice. Top it off with another half-cup of soda water, and you’re ready to go. Don’t want it to sparkle? Skip the soda water and opt for one cup of coconut water instead. Or go for something a little fancier and skip the soda water in favor of a half-cup of sparkling wine, like BEAU VIVA’s alcohol-free rosé.
Watermelon Mint Mocktail
Perfect Pairings: Hotdogs, deviled eggs, and a pool party
The watermelon mint mocktail, courtesy of Mocktail Girlie, is a true red-white-and-blue kind of summer cocktail. It elicits memories of sitting by the pool’s edge, licking your favorite popsicle and watching your uncle belly-flop into the water. It’s chasing your cousins around the yard as the fireflies start to come out. And it’s knowing that you get to do it all over again tomorrow.
Start with about a half-cup of watermelon. Muddle it up with juice from half of a lime and five to six fresh mint leaves. Then, shake it up in a shaker with lots of ice and four ounces of coconut water. Garnish with a watermelon wedge and a sprig of mint. If you want a fizzy drink, top it off with a splash or two of non-alcoholic sparkling wine, like BEAU VIVA.
Sip, Savor, and Celebrate With BEAU VIVA
Summer doesn’t last forever. But that’s kind of the beauty of it, don’t you think? Summer moments are fleeting, which is why it’s important to celebrate each and every one. They’re something to be savored, just like BEAU VIVA.
BEAU VIVA isn’t just an alcohol-free rosé crafted by expert winemakers. It’s an opportunity to live in the moment, to hold on to it with the ones you love as you raise a glass. Our non-alcoholic sparkling rosé has a true 0% ABV, meaning everyone can enjoy it at your BBQ or anywhere else you plan to gather this summer. With vibrant red fruit flavors and a refreshing bite of citrus, it’s the perfect accompaniment for your summer favorites, from burgers fresh off the grill to your grandmother’s famous potato salad.
