Cheers to the Mocktail!

Mocktails are nonalcoholic drinks that can replace a cocktail in any setting. These juicy, often sparkling concoctions are much healthier, promote better sleep, are hydrating, and are friendly for all—including pregnant or breastfeeding women and even children! By using 100% juices, herbs, and other fun ingredients, you can enjoy the flavors of a festive drink without the extra calories and toxins in alcohol. Try serving mocktails instead of alcohol at upcoming get-togethers or swap your go-to alcoholic drink with a mocktail to reap the health benefits! 

Grapefruit Lemonade Sparkler
Ingredients:

• 3 pink grapefruits
• 2 lemons
• 32 oz. sparkling water
• Agave or stevia, to taste (optional)
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary

Directions:
1. Use a citrus reamer to juice the grapefruits and lemons into a large container, or squeeze them by hand. Use a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp or seeds.
2. Add the sparkling water to the juice and mix well. Add agave or stevia to sweeten, if desired.
3. Transfer to serving glasses with ice and finish with rosemary sprigs.

Yield: About four 12-oz. glasses
Nutrition information: 60 calories, 0 g fat, 110% RDA vitamin C