Whether you are a die-hard fan cheering on your team in the championship or you are just there for the food and the commercials, there is nothing like a good watch party. While for many people this means having a cold beer by their side or a mixed drink in their hand, this is not an option for everyone.
Game-Day Non-Alcoholic Drinks & Mocktail Recipes to Try
If you just completed alcohol detox and rehab treatment, a watch party may seem out of the question, but you don’t need to drink to have a good time. Instead, try these game-day drinks without alcohol to help uplift your watch party without costing you your sobriety.
Non-Alcoholic Party Punch
Punch is a great party drink for large groups, but it doesn’t need to contain alcohol. An easy version of this virgin game-day drink recipe is a mix of fruit sorbet, fruit juice, lemon/lime soda, and ice. The great thing about this drink recipe is that you can choose the fruity flavors you like best and spice it up with a variety of garnishes.
Virgin Cider
Replace the typical game-day beer with an alcohol-free alternative. While there are several non-alcoholic beers on the market, these sometimes still contain a small amount of alcohol. Rather than putting yourself in a bad position, craft up this virgin cider instead. You will only need apple cider, baker’s yeast, and a bit of time to create your own. Full Recipe Here
Mojito Mocktail
Get fancy on game-day and skip the rum with a refreshing virgin mojito. All you need for this watch party drink without alcohol is sugar, mint, limes, and soda water. If you want to deviate from the basic recipe and add some berries to the mix for an extra fruity flavor, you can always do that as well.
Virgin Margarita
One great game-day non-alcoholic mixed drink to go with your chips and dip is a virgin margarita. To whip up this delicious concoction, you simply need limeade, lemon-flavored sparkling water, lime-flavored sparking water, orange juice, and ice. Don’t forget to line the rim to get the full salty flavor. Full Recipe Here
Virgin Mudslide 
Every watch party needs some type of dessert. Necessary ingredients for this delicious mix include vanilla ice cream, cold coffee, milk, chocolate syrup, heavy cream, and hazelnut syrup. Add whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles, cinnamon, and a cherry on top to complete your mudslide. Because these flavors can be so rich, you can also miniaturize your mudslide and turn it into a virgin game-day shot recipe that everyone can enjoy.
Whether you are hosting a watch party or just staying home alone to watch the game, these game-day mocktail recipes can elevate your experience without costing you your sobriety. The only thing that could make it better is the sweet taste of victory. At Vertava Health, we understand that recovery is a lifelong journey so we provide addiction treatment for various levels of your recovery journey. Reach out to us today to learn more.
