10 Relaxing Mocktails To Relieve Stress After Work

Everyday we struggle with the office working hours i.e. 9-5, sometimes converting to 9-11. Doing this everyday in a loop leads to boredom and stress. Sometimes you just want to escape reality and have a good fun time. People generally go to parties where they drink and dance, sometimes do some adventurous activity like artificial rock climbing, scuba diving or just enjoy a roller coaster. To cope up with that ongoing stress with work and family you try to reduce your mental stress.

But it becomes a bit difficult for people who don’t drink alcohol, they cannot avoid that stressful environment by being a bit tipsy. Also on some weekdays you want to enjoy with your friends but do not want to end up drinking cocktails, as you very much have to wake up early the next morning and get back in the loop of work, eat and sleep.

For such occasions you can just go crazy with your relaxing MOCKTAILS. These are non- alcoholic beverages that help in relaxing as well as act as functional mocktails that serve multiple purposes in not just making you feel relaxed but also support health and wellness goals. So just dive in your favourite glass of martini and sip it with a funky straw, eat a mouthful of olives and just say goodbye to stress and work. For those few hours feel lively and let your stress out and laugh out loud.

Well you may get confused while sitting in that bar, which drink you should order and what are the fusions your taste buds will enjoy.

Virgin Mogito

This drink is one of the most commonly known beverages which is popular for its refreshing flavour. It makes your nerves cool down and the mint refreshens you. It originates from Cuba. It’s a cool, bright citrusy flavoured drink with aromatic herbal mint which smells and tastes amazing. Ingredients: fresh mint, lime, sweetener, sparkling water

Taste: crisp, zesty and minty

Ideal time to have it: hot weather, Evening sunset.

Agua Fresca

If you are feeling drenched and want to get a little tipsy but cannot have alcoholic drinks yet want to enjoy your favourite margarita then you should try this extremely hydrating drink in place of that. It will calm your nerves. Its mostly drank in Central America as well as one of the most popular destination to travel Mexico. The name suggest fresh water but it does not limit itself till there.

Ingredients: Fresh fruit (watermelon, mango or pineapple)

Taste: Sweetness of fruit balanced by acidity of lime juice

Ideal time to have it: hot weather, summer or poolside.

Virgin Mary

Well you may have heard of the cocktail Bloody Mary a blend of various spices along with Vodka but you can make Virgin Mary your choice of the week days to get that awakening when you are feeling half asleep in the morning or during office hours. Fresh Tomato juice giving that savoury flavour.

Ingredients: Tomato juice, Fresh lime, worcestershire sauce, hot sauce/ Tabasco, Horseradish, celery salt.

Taste: savory, tangy and slightly spicy taste

Ideal time to have it: brunches and daytime events.

Sweet Sunrise

It is basically a tequila sunrise without a tequila. It’s a refreshing and colourful drink. Makes you feel like you’re sitting in a golden hour. That beautiful mystical orange colour with the hint of yellow by combining the flavors of Orange and Pineapple juices. It evokes that feeling of joy, excitement and sense of togetherness.

Ingredients: orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine syrup and Maraschino Cherries

Taste: bright tropical flavour with a sweet and fruity profile

Ideal time to have it: summer gatherings, brunches or in sunset evenings.

Hawachae

It is south korean mocktail, it is again made with fresh fruits and you may find edible flowers floating on it like rose petals, giving you that Hawaiian vibe. It is a traditional korean punch also known as Flower water. This is a must try mocktail.

Ingredients: Watermelon, Strawberry, Kiwi, Grapes and Peaches + sweetened liquid.

Taste: sweet and refreshing

Ideal time to have it: must have it just after preparing and ideal for summers.

Honey Lavender Nightcap

Lavender is associated with relaxation and it brings out a light floral flavour. But should be used sparingly and not too much. It is perfect for relaxation and a good time. If you are having trouble sleeping after a hard struggling day then this beverage is the one for you.

Ingredients: lavender honey, lemon juice, sparkling honey, ice, garnish

Taste: calming and refreshing

Ideal time to have it: before bed time

Baby Bellini

Bellini is a popular cocktail but it can be transformed in an innocent beverage without the component of alcohol. It makes a lovely peachy drink when you remove the champagne with a

sparkling cider. The word Bellini has originated from italian phrase Bellini meaning little bells.

Ingredients: peach nectar, ice, garnish

Taste: fruity flavour which is both sweet and bubbly

Ideal time to have it: family gatherings, casual events.

Virgin Piña Colada

Classic tropical mocktail infusing flavours from Puerto Rico bringing them to your mouth and kicking your day or ending your night in fun. What can go wrong when pineapple and coconut cream.

Ingredients: Pineapple, coconut cream, vanilla extract

Taste: tropical flavour, creamy and slushy

Ideal time to have it: hot summer day or anytime.

Virgin Sangria

In those american dramas you may have come across this beverage name “Sangria”. Now imagine drinking this amazing drink but as a mocktail. Just slurp it and enjoy.

Ingredients: Grape, orange, apple, lime juice, fresh fruit slices,sparkling water.

Taste: fruity flavour

Ideal time to have it: warm or summer days.

Miami Vice Mocktail

You wanna go childish and at the same time be adults then its a must try with that strawberry play and pina colada. Enjoy this sweet yet very refreshing drink which appeal to your eyes as well as your taste buds.