Top 10 Kombucha Mocktails

Updated Jan 5, 2024

Now that you’re making and flavoring kombucha here some fun unique and tasty drinks to make with it. Check out my top 10 kombucha mocktails or my full mocktail recipe library!

What is a Kombucha mocktail?

A kombucha mocktail is a cocktail made without liquor that features kombucha as a primary ingredient. They are ideal for those that are taking a break from alcohol and still want to enjoy a fun, flavorful and tasty mixed drink.

What is in a Kombucha Mocktail?

Mocktails use a variety of tasty ingredients to combine flavors in unique ways, providing a sophisticated beverage without the alcohol. Incorporating a variety of ingredients in across the spectrum of flavors in ratios that can mimic the experience of drinking a cocktail. Kombucha, with it’s unique and broad range of flavors, is an ideal ingredient to build a mocktail on.

Some of the earliest mocktails are the Shirley Temple and Arnold Palmer. These are less sophisticated and more sweet that “modern” mocktail, including those that include kombucha.

How to Make a Kombucha Mocktail

The key to making a great kombucha mocktail is to combine ingredients in a manner in which they will interact with other compounds used in the drink to create otherwise unattainable flavors.

Generally kombucha mocktails will include some of the following ingredients in various ratios:

Plain or flavored kombucha forms a good base for the drink
Fresh or frozen fruit used to increase the fruit flavors in the drink and to garnish
Herbs and/or spices
Mocktail specific extracts to get closer to the flavor profile. Read more about that in post on how to make great mocktails

Equipment to Make a Kombucha Mocktail

If you have the basic equipment needed to make a hand-crafted cocktail you are ready to make kombucha mocktails.

Liquid measuring cup
Jigger or shot glass for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients (measuring spoons will also work)
Cocktail shaker and strainer – You can get by with vigorously stirring instead of shaking; however, shaking not only mixes and chills the ingredients, it incorporates air bubbles into the drink and this will not happen with stirring so the texture will be different

Top 20 Kombucha Mocktails

1. Blackberry Mint Julep Kombucha Mocktail

This Blackberry Mint Julep Kombucha Mocktail combines the tangy sweetness of kombucha with fresh blackberries, mint, and a zesty kick of lime juice

2. Bees Knees Kombucha Mocktail

With a mix of lemon kombucha, lemon juice and honey, the Bees Knees Kombucha Mocktail tastes like summer, sunshine and relaxation.

3. Sparkling Pomegranate Kombucha Mocktail

Made with pomegranate kombucha, fresh lime, ginger and pomegranate arils, this sparkling pomegranate kombucha mocktail not only tastes great, it also looks amazing!

4. Ginger IPA Kombucha Mocktail

If you are a kombucha drinker that also likes the tastes of beer, you’re going to love this Ginger IPA Kombucha Mocktail! Combining the a hop-infused kombucha–which can range from earthy, floral, citrusy or dank–depending on the character of the hops used to make it with fresh ginger and lime

5. Cranberry Pomegranate Kombucha Mocktail

This cranberry pomegranate kombucha mocktail is not only stunning and delicious, it is packed with probiotics and antioxidants. A great mocktail for your holiday table!

6. Lemon Drop Kombucha Mocktail

Sip into a world of tangy, sweet and refreshing flavors with the lemon drop kombucha mocktail – a delicious twist on a classic favorite!

7. Orange Lime Kombucha Margarita Mocktail

The next time you’re looking for a refreshing drink that’s citrusy, sweet and slightly tart, try an Orange Lime Kombucha Margarita Mocktail. A great citrusy drink without the alcohol!

8. Raspberry Ginger Fizz Kombucha Mocktail

Come summer, there’s nothing like a long, ice-cold drink– this raspberry ginger fizz kombucha mocktail combo rocks! Effervescent, flavorful and refreshing!

9. French 75 Kombucha Mocktail

This French 75 kombucha mocktail is a perfect choice for those who are looking for a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink that is both elegant and satisfying. With layers of fresh lemon and lemon kombucha it is a classy thirst quencher!

10. Mango Habanero Kombucha Margarita Mocktail

This mango habanero kombucha margarita mocktail with juicy mango and layers of fresh citrus flavors satisfies my margarita craving without the alcohol!