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Dry February is here. Spice up the month of abstinence with some mocktails
Tea mocktails are not only refreshing, but also filled with antioxidants
If, instead of a glass of wine, a pint or a cocktail you opt for tea mocktail, you’re nurturing your body with a whole range of beneficial vitamins and minerals. Alcohol may relax you for a moment, but in the long run, it may affect your sleep, dehydrate your body and overload your liver. Tea, on the other hand, can be refreshing, energizing and calming depending on the variety. Black tea is great in the morning while selected herbal teas can help you relax and wind down before bed.
Matcha can help you focus, and unlike coffee, provides energy for as long as 6 hours, which may be the reason for its recent growth in popularity. Fruit teas can help you hydrate and work as a great base for mocktails – non-alcoholic cocktails. Tea has been used as a substitute for alcohol for a long time, especially in China, where it used to be sipped instead of wine. Chinese people believed that was the drink of wisdom and longevity. We took inspiration for our non-alcoholic beverage recipes from some of the most popular alcoholic drinks.
Green Tea Tonic
Gin Tonic is one of the most popular alcoholic drinks all across the world. One of the two main ingredients, gin, is usually made from distilled juniper and herbs. If you’re looking for a non-alcoholic substitute, it couldn’t be any easier, just reach for a green tea such as sencha. Similar to gin, sencha has a slightly spicy aftertaste, but unlike gin it’s actually healthy. Gin Tonic is associated with bitterness that can also be achieved by using green gunpowder, a well-known tea variety from China.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup strong green tea
- ½ cup tonic
- 15ml lime juice
- 1tsp sugar or honey
- Ice
- Slice of cucumber or lime for garnish
Method:
Brew your choice of green tea and let cool. In the meantime, prepare a glass and add ice, lime juice and sugar or honey. Pour them over with your cold tea and gently stir. Finally, add tonic and finish your drink with a decoration of cucumber or lime.
Take part in Dry February
Increased alcohol intake can lead to many, often serious health problems, whether in your liver or with the higher risk of cancer. Dry Feb is the perfect opportunity to scale how alcohol actually affects your body and mind. Just a few weeks of abstinence and many participants report better sleep, more energy, higher focus and even better mood.
If you’re in for the challenge, try substituting your usual alcoholic beverage with a delicious Matcha Colada
Matcha Colada
Inspired by the Cuban cocktail, Piña Colada, this non-alcoholic alternative also doesn’t shy away from the dominant flavors of pineapple and coconut. Adding matcha into the mix can not only improve your overall health, but also make an amazing material for your Instagram page.
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop matcha
- 100ml coconut milk
- 100ml pineapple juice
- 1tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Ice
Method:
Take a shaker or a food processor and add matcha, coconut milk, pineapple juice and honey. Throw in a few ice cubes and shake or mix well. Pour the finished drink in a glass and add some pineapple or lime for garnish. Refrigerated, the drink can last up to one day.
Meet your health and clarity of mind halfway
Not only does alcohol take a toll on your body, but it also promotes dehydration and faster skin aging. Instead of indulging your bad habits, make yourself a refreshing Hibiscus Mojito, a non-alcoholic substitute of a favorite cocktail that can hydrate your body and provide it with some beneficial antioxidants. Unlike actual Mojito, this tea mocktail doesn’t negatively affect your sleep, mood nor health.
Hibiscus Mojito
We present you with our final mocktail: Hibiscus Mojito. Since it’s non-alcoholic, you can enjoy it with your entire family, children included. The base for this drink is the signature red of hibiscus tea with the added refreshing taste of mint and a few more ingredients. What’s more, if by any chance you won’t manage to finish your drink before the carbonated water loses its fizz, pour it into some ice pop molds. A few hours in the freezer and you’ll have yourself a tasty, healthy treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup strong hibiscus tea
- 10 mint leaves
- Juice of ½ lime
- 1tbsp cane sugar or honey
- Carbonated water
- Ice
Method:
Brew hibiscus tea and allow it to cool down. In the meantime, grab a glass and crush together mint leaves, lime juice and sugar. Add ice and pour over it with your cold hibiscus tea. Lastly, add carbonated water and stir. Don’t forget to decorate with lime slices and more mint.
Statistics show that many participants of Dry Feb decrease their alcohol consumption for up to 4 months after the challenge. Many confirmed that they felt better physically and mentally and some even lost weight or took control of their smoking habit. About 5% deaths worldwide are caused by alcohol, so why not take the opportunity of Dry Feb to stop and think about the consequences that alcohol has on our bodies. Non-alcoholic options are not limited to kids and pregnant or nursing women, so take advantage of that and enjoy!
