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Graduation Party Mocktails

Melissa Klein
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For adults the novelty of a summer cocktail isn't just that it's spiked with a bit of booze. Fun glasses, fruity flavors and even outrageous garnishes add to the special appeal summer cocktails hold over adults.

Kids enjoy a special drink just as much, if not more, as their older family members, so why not give them a kid-friendly mocktail recipe made with them just in mind at their graduation celebration?

A mocktail is a drink made without alcohol, else it would be categorized as a cocktail. Popular at baby showers and graduation parties, creative mocktails can give an event a signature touch by using wild flavors such as bubble gum or citrus, and vibrant colors like red or blue.

Often, graduates celebrate the milestone with a casual backyard party and the following mocktails will add that one-of-a-kind touch to the celebration.

These alcohol-free drinks are a great way to spice up a party and give the under-21 crowd a festive way to enjoy the celebration! Try adding a couple of these drink options to your menu, so your guests will be able to have their pick of delicious mocktails.

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Citrus Sorbet Float

I'm sure the sherbet punch recipes of a half a century ago will still show up on today's party tables. This kid-friendly mocktail was inspired by the classic punch but is updated for the modern day graduate. Read More

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Mango-Cherry Slush

Mango and cherry is a perfect beverage combination not only in flavor, but in color. What's great about this drink is it promises a lot of fun flavor and delivers - which kids will especially appreciate. Read More

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Bubble Gum Mocktail

Bubble gum is a classic American flavor! It's been used in ice cream, cotton candy and now a drink! This bubblegum soda will definitely be a hit at your graduation party! Read More

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Watermelon Mint Cooler

Watermelon cocktails are some of the tastiest, most refreshing drinks during the summer. The fruit's accessibility during the season also makes it an inexpensive ingredient. Rather than slicing your watermelon and plopping it on a plate, mix it up in this mocktail instead. Read More

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Boba Tea Mocktail for the Kids

Boba tea made its name in LA a little more than 10 years ago. Keep the signature ingredient, tapioca balls, and add your choice of flavors to make this a truly one of a kind kid-friendly mocktail. Read More

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Sparkling Apple-Ginger Mocktail

Martinelli's Sparking Apple Cider is the go-to celebratory drink in many homes for the under 21 years-of-age crowd. Toast your graduate with this sparkler mocktail that we've added candied ginger to. Read More

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