Publisher's Synopsis
MOCKTAILS, LEMONADES, AND OTHER DRINKS TO MAKE AT HOME
Mocktails are simply cocktails without the liquor - they use a variety of tasty ingredients to create a flavor fusion, providing a sophisticated beverage sans alcohol. Whether you imbibe or not, They can be a treat for any social gathering or night in. And as trends in non-alcoholic beverage consumption continue to change, putting them on the menu is a smart move for any bar or restaurant owner. Whether it's due to a problematic relationship with alcohol, a focus on low-calorie or low-sugar options, or other personal or health-related reasons, choosing not to drink alcohol occasionally or at all doesn't mean you can't enjoy a tasty mixed drink. And when they are well-made they can help create the classy, contemporary atmosphere that many restaurant owners are after. it uses a wide range of ingredients that cover a spectrum of flavors, with many even mimicking the taste of bourbon, gin, vermouth, bitters, and other staples in the bartender's kit. Crafting them isn't easy in fact, it can be nearly as complicated as making an excellently balanced alcoholic drink. Common ingredients include juices, sodas, infused waters and many other non-alcoholic ingredients, mixed in just the right ratios. Sample Recipe: Chile-Lime-Pineapple SodaIngredients
- 1 tablespoon pink peppercorns
- 1 lime, plus wedges for serving
- 2 dried chiles de árbol, plus crushed for serving
- 3 cups fresh pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 9 cups club soda, divided