100 Thanksgiving Mocktails (Kid-Friendly)

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to celebrate with fun, flavorful drinks the whole family can enjoy!

These kid-friendly mocktails bring seasonal sweetness, cozy fall flavors, and plenty of festive flair to your holiday table.

Whether you’re hosting a big family gathering or keeping things simple at home, these non-alcoholic drinks make it easy to sip, cheers, and enjoy the season together.

Pro tip: keep carbonated mixers ice-cold and add them last for the best fizz.

Apple Cider

Orchard Spritz

A glass of iced pumpkin-colored drink garnished with a lemon slice and sprinkled with cinnamon, surrounded by autumn leaves and a small pumpkin.

Crisp, bubbly apple with a cinnamon finish.

Supplies

Directions
Fill a glass with ice. Add 4 oz cider, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and a pinch of cinnamon. Top with 2 oz club soda, stir once, and serve.

Caramel Apple Fizz (No-caramel allergens)

A glass of iced orange drink garnished with an apple slice, placed on a cloth napkin with autumn leaves and a small pumpkin in the background.

Dessert-in-a-glass vibes.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 1 teaspoon caramel syrup into 4 oz cider in an ice-filled glass. Top with 2 oz lemon-lime soda; add an apple slice.

Maple Orchard Cooler

A glass of iced cocktail garnished with lemon slices and a sprig of thyme sits on a wooden table, surrounded by autumn leaves.

Lightly sweet, very fall.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 1 teaspoon maple syrup into 4 oz cider with a squeeze of lemon over ice. Top with 2 oz seltzer.

Apple-Cran Harvest

Two glasses with ice, orange slices, and cranberries, filled with a light-colored beverage, set on a wooden surface with autumn leaves and a plaid cloth in the background.

Balanced tart-sweet.

Supplies

Directions
Build over ice: 3 oz cider, 2 oz cranberry, 1 oz cold water. Stir; tuck in an orange wheel.

Spiced Apple Mule (Zero-proof)

Two copper mugs with ice and apples on a wooden surface.

All the mule vibes, no booze.

Supplies

Directions
Add 4 oz cider and 1 teaspoon lime juice to ice. Top with 2 oz ginger beer; add a cinnamon stick.

Apple-Pomegranate Pop

Two glasses of iced pomegranate drink garnished with apple slices, pomegranate seeds, and rosemary, placed on a light surface with scattered seeds and a sliced apple nearby.

Ruby sparkle.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz cider with 2 oz pomegranate juice over ice. Top with 2 oz club soda; gently stir.

Apple Pie Float

Two glasses of orange-colored pumpkin soda topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and sprinkled with cinnamon, surrounded by autumn decorations.

Party treat for kids.

Supplies

Directions
Pour 4 oz cider into a chilled glass. Add 1 small scoop vanilla ice cream; dust with cinnamon.

Orchard Lemonade

Two glasses of orange-colored beverage garnished with lemon and apple slices, placed on a wooden table with fall leaves and scattered cranberries nearby.

Refreshing for big groups.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz cider, 3 oz lemonade, and 2 oz water over ice. Garnish with an apple wedge.

Cinnamon-Pear Cider

A glass of iced brown cocktail garnished with a pear slice, cinnamon stick, and star anise, on a wooden surface.

Soft pear note.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz cider, 2 oz pear juice, and a dash of vanilla over ice. Stir 5 seconds.

Apple-Grape Thanksgiving Spritz

A glass of iced beverage garnished with a slice of apple, red grapes on a skewer, and a sprig of rosemary, surrounded by autumn leaves and grapes.

Kid-favorite sweetness.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz cider with 3 oz white grape juice over ice. Top with 2 oz club soda.

Cranberry

Cranberry Harvest Sparkler

A glass of iced drink garnished with cranberries and rosemary, next to a bowl of cranberries and cinnamon sticks on a wooden board.

Tart and festive.

Supplies

Directions
Build over ice: 3 oz cranberry + 2 oz cider. Top with 2 oz sparkling water; stir.

Cran-Orange Cooler

Two glasses of iced cranberry-orange drink garnished with orange slices and cranberries on a napkin, with fall leaves and fruit on a wooden table.

Bright citrus twist.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz cranberry, 3 oz orange juice, and 1 oz water over ice; stir. Garnish with an orange half-moon.

Maple Cran Fizz

Two glasses of cranberry sparkling drink with ice and cranberries on a wooden table, surrounded by cinnamon sticks, autumn leaves, and a small white pitcher.

Subtle maple finish.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 1 teaspoon maple syrup into 3 oz cranberry over ice. Top with 3 oz soda water.

Cran-Ginger Breeze

Three glasses of iced cranberry cocktails garnished with rosemary, lime slices, and cranberries on a wooden table with autumn leaves.

Zippy and light.

Supplies

Directions
Add 3 oz cranberry and 1 teaspoon lime to ice. Top with 2 oz ginger ale; stir.

Cran-Apple Spice

Four glasses of iced apple cider topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon, surrounded by fresh cranberries on a plaid cloth.

Thanksgiving classic.

Supplies

Directions
Shake 3 oz cranberry, 3 oz cider, and a pinch of cinnamon with ice; strain over fresh ice. Finish with a tiny extra pinch.

Cranberry Lemon Spritz

A glass of red iced drink garnished with a lemon slice and cranberries, with similar drinks in the background on a wooden surface.

Tart and super sippable.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz cranberry with 1 oz lemon over ice. Top with 3 oz club soda.

Cran-Pine “Leftovers” Refresher

A cranberry-pineapple drink with ice, cranberries, a starfruit slice, and rosemary garnish sits on a table decorated with pumpkins, autumn leaves, and a plaid cloth.

Great with day-after turkey sliders.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz cranberry, 2 oz pineapple, and 2 oz water over ice. Gentle stir.

Cran-Cider Mule (Zero-Proof)

Four copper mugs filled with iced cranberry drinks, garnished with orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and fresh cranberries, placed on a wooden surface.

Mule glass, holiday taste.

Supplies

Directions
Add 2 oz cranberry and 3 oz cider to ice. Top with 3 oz ginger beer.

Cran-Vanilla Cream Soda (Light)

Four glasses of layered red and white drinks with ice, garnished with cranberries and rosemary, set on a red napkin with scattered cranberries on a wooden table.

Creamy mock-soda.

Supplies

Directions
Add 3 oz cranberry over ice. Top with 3 oz cream soda; float 1 oz vanilla milk; stir.

Cran-Grape Parade Cup

Five glasses filled with a red drink and ice cubes are arranged on a wooden tray, surrounded by small pumpkins and acorns.

Parade-morning treat.

Supplies

Directions
Mix 3 oz cranberry with 3 oz grape over ice. Top with 2 oz seltzer.

Pomegranate

Pom-Cider Kiss

Three glasses of red punch with ice, garnished with green apple slices, cinnamon sticks, and cranberries, are arranged on a wooden tray with mini pumpkins and loose cranberries.

Jewel-toned.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz pomegranate + 3 oz cider on ice. Top with 2 oz soda water.

Pom-Orange Garland

Three glasses of iced orange-pink drinks with orange peel garnishes are on a wooden table, surrounded by small pumpkins and a cut pomegranate in the background.

Citrus-forward.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz pomegranate + 3 oz orange with 1 oz water over ice; stir. Add an orange twist if desired.

Pom-Ginger Snap

Two glasses of pink iced drinks garnished with lime slices; one glass also has pomegranate seeds. The drinks are on a wooden table.

Bright with bite.

Supplies

Directions
Add 3 oz pomegranate + 1 teaspoon lime to ice. Top with 3 oz ginger ale.

Pom-Apple Sparkle

Three glasses of red pomegranate drink with ice and pomegranate seeds on a wooden table, with scattered seeds and autumn leaves.

Simple and bubbly.

Supplies

Directions
Build 3 oz pomegranate + 2 oz apple over ice; top with 2 oz sparkling water. Add arils if you have them.

Pom-Cran Harmony

Three glasses of red iced drinks garnished with skewered cranberries are arranged on a dark surface. The text "SARAHSCOOP.COM" appears at the bottom.

Classic red duo.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz pomegranate + 3 oz cranberry on ice. Stir 5 seconds.

Pom Lemonade Refresher

Three glasses of iced red drink, garnished with lemon slices, are arranged on a wooden surface with scattered cranberries.

Tart and photogenic.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz pomegranate with 3 oz lemonade over ice. Lemon wheel on rim.

Pom-Vanilla Cream Fizz

Four glasses filled with a red and white layered drink garnished with pomegranate seeds and ice, set on a table with small pumpkins and rosemary sprigs.

Dessert-like.

Supplies

Directions
Add 3 oz pomegranate on ice. Top with 3 oz cream soda; float 1 oz vanilla milk.

Pom-Pear Cooler

Four glasses of pink iced drinks garnished with a pear slice and pomegranate seeds are arranged on a wooden table. The text "SARAHSCOOP.COM" appears at the bottom.

Soft pear note.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz pomegranate + 2 oz pear over ice. Top with 2 oz soda water.

Pom-Citrus Spritz (Low Sugar)

Three glasses of iced red punch garnished with orange slices, pomegranate seeds, and rosemary sprigs, surrounded by cranberries and small pumpkins on a wooden surface.

Use 100% juice + seltzer.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 2 oz pomegranate + 1 oz orange over ice. Top with 4 oz seltzer.

Pom-Rosemary Nosegay (Kid-safe aroma)

Three glasses of iced orange-pink drinks garnished with rosemary sprigs, placed on a white surface with pomegranate and autumn leaves nearby.

Herbal aroma.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz pomegranate + 3 oz white grape over ice. Clap a rosemary sprig and rest it on the rim.

Ginger

Ginger-Apple Snap

Four glasses of iced brown beverage with lemon slices on rims, arranged on a wooden table with small pumpkins and wheat stalks.

Zesty and cozy.

Supplies

Directions
Build 3 oz ginger ale + 3 oz cider with 1 teaspoon lemon over ice. Stir.

Ginger-Cran Breeze

Three glasses of red iced drinks garnished with cranberries and lemon slices on a wooden surface.

Tart and bubbly.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz cranberry + 3 oz ginger beer on ice. Quick stir.

Ginger-Pear Fizz

Four glasses of iced apple cider garnished with apple slices and cinnamon sticks are arranged on a cloth napkin with cranberries and star anise beside them.

Gentle fruit.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz ginger ale, 2 oz pear, and 1 oz water on ice. Serve cold.

Ginger-Cider Shandy (Zero-Proof)

Four glasses of iced apple cider garnished with apple slices and cinnamon sticks, set on a red cloth with cranberries and walnuts nearby.

Shandy energy, kid-safe.

Supplies

Directions
Add 3 oz cider to an ice-filled glass. Top with 3 oz ginger beer.

Cran-Ginger Limeade

Four glasses of cranberry and lime drink with ice, garnished with lime slices, are on a woven mat with fresh cranberries and sliced ginger next to them.

Bright and punchy.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 2 oz limeade + 3 oz cranberry on ice. Top with 3 oz ginger ale.

Ginger-Orange Harvest

Four glasses of orange beverage with ice, orange slices, and a sprinkle of spice on top sit on a wooden table next to cinnamon sticks, star anise, and small pumpkins.

Citrus + spice.

Supplies

Directions
Build 3 oz OJ + 3 oz ginger ale over ice. Add a tiny pinch of cinnamon.

Ginger-Grape Spritz

Two glasses of iced purple-red drinks garnished with orange slices sit on a light surface near a small white pumpkin and sprigs of rosemary.

Kid fave.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz grape + 3 oz ginger ale over ice; stir.

Ginger-Pineapple Apple

A glass of orange cocktail with ice, garnished with a pineapple slice, sits on a woven mat surrounded by pumpkins, cinnamon sticks, and acorns.

Tropical-meets-fall.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 2 oz pineapple + 2 oz cider on ice. Top with 3 oz ginger ale.

Ginger-Pom Pop

Two glasses of pink pomegranate drink with ice and metal straws, garnished with pomegranate seeds, next to cinnamon sticks and assorted fruits on a table.

Ruby and lively.

Supplies

Directions
Build 3 oz pomegranate + 3 oz ginger beer on ice. Serve with a straw.

Ginger-Cran Spritz (Low Sugar)

Two glasses of cranberry cocktails with ice, garnished with orange slices, cranberries, and rosemary, are on a wooden surface with cranberries, cinnamon sticks, and a small white pumpkin nearby.

Cut with seltzer.

Supplies

Directions
Add 2 oz cranberry + 2 oz ginger ale to ice. Top with 4 oz seltzer, stir.

Citrus

Harvest Lemonade

Two glasses of iced brownish-orange drink with lemon slices on top sit on a wooden surface, surrounded by a white pumpkin, cranberries, and wheat stalks.

Lemon + cider.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz lemonade + 3 oz cider on ice. Add a lemon wheel.

Orange-Cran Parade Cup

Two iced orange cocktails garnished with orange slices on a wooden table, surrounded by small pumpkins, cranberries, and wheat stalks.

Brunch-ready.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz OJ + 3 oz cranberry on ice. Orange slice.

Citrus-Pom Spritz

Two glasses of pink iced drinks garnished with lemon slices and pomegranate seeds, surrounded by small decorative pumpkins on a wooden table.

Colorful and bright.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 2 oz lemon-ade + 2 oz pomegranate on ice. Top with 4 oz seltzer.

Apple-Grapefruit Cooler

Two glasses of iced orange cocktails with orange peel garnish on a wooden table, surrounded by pumpkins, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.

Not too sweet.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz grapefruit + 3 oz apple over ice; stir. Add a grapefruit peel.

Clementine Fizz

Two glasses of iced orange drinks garnished with orange slices and rosemary sprigs, surrounded by small pumpkins and acorns on a wooden table.

Kid-friendly OJ twist.

Supplies

Directions
Add 4 oz clementine juice over ice. Top with 2 oz club soda.

Cran-Lime Sparkle

Three glasses of red cranberry drinks with ice, lime slices, and cranberries are on a table with walnuts and a white pumpkin in the background.

Bright and tart.
Supplies

Directions
Stir 3 oz cranberry + 1 oz limeade on ice. Top with 3 oz soda water.

Maple Lemon Spritz

Two glasses of iced tea with lemon slices; one glass also garnished with a sprig of rosemary. Wheat stalks, a pumpkin, and a napkin are on the wooden table.

Leaf-season vibes.

Supplies

Directions
Stir ½ teaspoon maple into 3 oz lemonade. Add ice; top with 3 oz sparkling water.

Orange-Apple Sunrise

Two glasses filled with a layered orange and yellow drink, ice cubes, and a slice of orange, placed on a light-colored surface.

Two-tone look.

Supplies

Directions
Add 3 oz OJ over ice. Slowly pour 3 oz cider for a sunrise gradient.

Pom-Citrus Cooler (Low Sugar)

Two glasses of pink drink with ice, orange slices, and pomegranate seeds, surrounded by small pumpkins and wheat on a wooden surface.

Mostly seltzer.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 2 oz pomegranate + 1 oz light lemon juice. Top with 5 oz seltzer.

Cran-Grapefruit Spritz

Two glasses of pink cocktail with ice, garnished with grapefruit slices and cranberries, sit on a white surface next to wheat stalks and small white pumpkins.

Sparkly and grown-up tasting.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz grapefruit + 2 oz cranberry over ice. Top with 2 oz club soda.

Creamy & Dessert-Style

Pumpkin Pie Shake (Quick)

Two glasses of creamy pumpkin spice smoothie topped with cinnamon, surrounded by small orange and white decorative pumpkins on a light surface.

No ice cream needed.

Supplies

Directions
Blend 4 oz yogurt, 3 oz milk, 2 tablespoon pumpkin, and ¼ teaspoon spice. Pour over ice; sprinkle more spice.

Caramel-Apple Cream Soda (Light)

Two glasses of iced apple cider drinks garnished with apple slices and cinnamon sticks, surrounded by walnuts and a white decorative pumpkin.

Creamy and fizzy.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 4 oz cream soda + 3 oz cider over ice. Float 1 oz vanilla milk; stir.

Maple-Vanilla Nog (Egg-Free)

Two glasses of iced creamy beverage with cinnamon on top, placed on a white surface near a small pumpkin and a cornucopia with acorns.

Holiday treat.

Supplies

Directions
Whisk 4 oz milk with ½ teaspoon maple. Serve over ice; dust with nutmeg.

Chocolate Cran Float

Two glasses filled with ice, red liquid, cranberries, and chocolate ice cream, each with a spoon, are placed on a white surface with scattered autumn leaves.

Red + choc combo.

Supplies

Directions
Pour 4 oz cranberry over ice. Add 1 scoop chocolate ice cream.

Apple Pie Parfait Sipper

Two glasses filled with layered pumpkin and cream dessert, topped with whipped cream and cinnamon, are placed on a wooden surface with pumpkins and acorns nearby.

Thick and snacky.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 4 oz applesauce + 3 oz yogurt with a pinch of cinnamon. Serve chilled.

Cinnamon Roll Milk

Two iced drinks with whipped cream and cinnamon on top, next to two small white pumpkins, a cinnamon stick, and dried wheat on a wooden surface.

Subtle bakery flavor.

Supplies

Directions
Whisk 6 oz milk with ½ teaspoon cinnamon sugar and ¼ teaspoon vanilla. Pour over ice.

Pumpkin-Choco Swirl

Two glasses of layered pumpkin spice drinks with swirled pumpkin puree on top, placed beside small white pumpkins and a checkered cloth.

Kid dessert glass.

Supplies

Directions
Layer 4 oz chocolate milk, then 2 oz pumpkin sweetened with 1 teaspoon maple. Stir at the table.

Apple-Vanilla Cream

Two glass mugs filled with iced pumpkin-colored drinks topped with cream, placed on a wooden surface with decorative berries and small white pumpkins nearby.

Simple crowd pleaser.

Supplies

Directions
Add 4 oz apple over ice. Float 2 oz vanilla milk; stir.

Cran-Cream Pop

Two glasses of pink and red swirled drinks topped with whipped cream, a cranberry, and a lime slice, placed on a white surface near small pumpkins and acorns.

Pink and fluffy.

Supplies

Directions
Combine 3 oz cranberry + 3 oz soda. Gently stir in 1 oz cream.

Pom-Yogurt Lassi (Sweet)

Two glasses of orange smoothie topped with yogurt, honey, and pomegranate seeds on a white surface, with bowls and pomegranate seeds in the background.

Thanksgiving-colored lassi.

Supplies

Vanilla yogurt
Pomegranate juice
Optional sweetener: Honey

Directions
Blend 4 oz yogurt + 3 oz pomegranate (and 1 teaspoon honey if desired). Serve cold.

Low-Sugar

Maple-Cider Seltzer

Two glasses of iced apple cider garnished with apple slices and cinnamon sticks sit on a wooden table with autumn leaves, nuts, and small pumpkins in the background.

Barely sweet.

Supplies

Directions
Add 2 oz cider to ice. Top with 6 oz seltzer; add 1–2 drops bitters-style flavoring if allowed.

Cran-Lime Seltzer

Two glasses of iced cranberry drinks garnished with lime slices and cranberries on a white surface, with lime halves and small pumpkins nearby.

Tart and crisp.

Supplies

Directions
Build over ice: 2 oz cranberry + 6 oz seltzer. Squeeze lime.

Pom-Grapefruit Quencher

Two glasses of iced red drinks; one garnished with grapefruit and rosemary, the other with pomegranate seeds. White pumpkins and acorns are placed on the table.

Bitter-leaning.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 2 oz pomegranate + 4 oz grapefruit on ice. Top with 2 oz soda water.

Lemon-Ginger Water

Two glasses of iced beverage with lemon slices and star anise, surrounded by white pumpkins, orange pumpkin, and cinnamon sticks on a white surface.

Zero sugar.

Supplies

Directions
Muddle 3–4 thin ginger coins in a glass. Add 1 teaspoon lemon and 6 oz water. Ice and serve.

Apple-Cinnamon Spa Seltzer

Two glasses of iced drinks are garnished with apple slices and cinnamon sticks, placed on a light surface with decorative items nearby.

Infused water feel.

Supplies

Directions
Add two thin apple slices + a cinnamon stick to a glass. Top with 8 oz seltzer.

Orange-Cran Highball (NA)

Two glasses of orange-red iced drinks, one garnished with an orange slice and cranberries, surrounded by wheat stalks and white pumpkins on a black mat.

Juice whisper.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 1 oz OJ + 1 oz cranberry; top with 6 oz seltzer. Serve on ice.

Pear-Lime Cooler

Two glasses of iced lime drinks sit on a table, garnished with lime slices. White pumpkins, wheat stalks, and lime halves are nearby. "SARAHSCOOP.COM" is visible at the bottom.

Soft and bright.

Supplies

Directions
Add 2 oz pear nectar (diluted 1:1 with water) + 5 oz seltzer over ice. Squeeze lime.

Pom-Herb Spritz

Two glasses of pink iced drinks garnished with thyme and pomegranate seeds on a wooden surface, beside a white pumpkin and an orange napkin.

Aromatic, low sugar.

Supplies

Directions
Add 2 oz pomegranate over ice. Top with 6 oz seltzer; clap a thyme sprig and drop it in.

Cran-Cider Half-&-Half

Two glasses of iced layered drinks on a wooden surface; one garnished with orange slice, the other with cranberries and a sprig of rosemary, both on a checkered cloth.

Flavor without load.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 2 oz cider + 2 oz cranberry with 4 oz water over ice.

Citrus-Maple Cooler

Two glasses of iced lemonade with lemon slices on top sit on a wooden surface beside a small white pitcher and a mini orange pumpkin.

Tiny maple note.

Supplies

Directions
Stir 1 oz light lemon + ½ teaspoon maple. Add 7 oz seltzer and ice.

Color-Themed

Gold Harvest (Yellow/Gold)

Two glasses of yellow iced drink with pineapple pieces on woven coasters, surrounded by small decorative pumpkins and acorns on a white surface.

Glowing apple-pineapple gold.

Supplies

Directions
Fill a rocks glass with ice. Add 4 oz apple, then 2 oz pineapple. Stir 5 seconds.

Cranberry Red

Two glasses of red iced beverage, each with ice cubes, and one garnished with a single cranberry, placed on a light-colored surface with decorative plant stems nearby.

Vivid red, tart and simple.

Supplies

Directions
Add ice to a highball. Pour in 6 oz cranberry and 1 oz water. Stir once; garnish with a cranberry if you like.

Pumpkin Orange

Two glasses of orange-colored drink with ice on a wooden surface, surrounded by small decorative pumpkins and wheat stalks.

Creamy orange hue without dairy.

Supplies

Directions
Shake 3 oz OJ + 3 oz mango with ice for 5–7 seconds; strain over fresh ice.

Forest Green

Two glasses filled with green iced drinks, each garnished with a kiwi slice, on a wooden table with acorns, a mini pumpkin, and the text "SARAHSCOOP.COM.

Fresh, bright green.

Supplies

Directions
Build 4 oz kiwi-apple over ice; top with 2 oz seltzer. Stir gently.

Copper Cider

Two copper mugs filled with iced apple cider, each garnished with sliced red apples, sit on a wooden surface with pumpkins and acorns in the background.

Sparkly copper from ginger + cider.

Supplies

Directions
Add 4 oz cider to an ice-filled glass. Top with 2 oz ginger ale; quick stir.

Snowy White (Dessert)

Two glasses of frothy white beverage topped with ground spice, placed on a wooden surface with decorative white berries and a small pumpkin nearby.

Sweet vanilla “snow.”

Supplies

Vanilla milk or milk + vanilla + sugar
Ground nutmeg

Directions
Shake 5 oz vanilla milk with ice (optional) for 5 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass; dust with nutmeg.

Ruby Pom

Two glasses of red iced beverage with pomegranate seeds on a countertop, accompanied by a small white pumpkin in the background.

Deep ruby sparkle.

Supplies

Directions
Add 4 oz pomegranate to an ice-filled glass. Top with 2 oz club soda; stir once.

Amber Maple

Two glasses filled with iced amber drinks and orange peels sit on a light surface near a small pumpkin and a beige napkin.

Amber-toned, lightly sweet.

Supplies

Directions
Add 6 oz seltzer to a glass with ice. Stir in 1 teaspoon maple. Express a 2–3″ orange peel on top and drop it in.

Blush Cran-Grapefruit

Two glasses of iced pink grapefruit cocktails garnished with grapefruit slices on a wooden table, with pumpkins, cranberries, and wheat for decoration.

Pale blush color.

Supplies

Directions
Build 3 oz grapefruit + 3 oz cranberry over ice. Stir 5 seconds.

Creamsicle Orange (Light)

Two tall glasses filled with an orange and white swirled iced drink sit on a table, surrounded by decorative wheat stalks and white pumpkins.

Float of vanilla over orange soda.

Supplies

Directions
Add 4 oz orange soda to an ice-filled glass. Slowly float 2 oz vanilla milk; stir once before sipping.

Sparkling Punches (Serves ~8)

Parade Morning Punch

A pitcher and three glasses of iced orange punch with orange slices, surrounded by small pumpkins, cinnamon sticks, and autumn leaves on a wooden table.

Bright, fizzy citrus-apple.

Supplies

Apple cider (4 cups)
Orange juice (2 cups)
Club soda (2 cups)
Oranges

Directions
In a pitcher, combine cider and orange juice; chill 30 minutes. Add ice to cups. Top the pitcher with club soda just before serving; add orange wheels.

Cran-Apple Crowd Pleaser

A glass dispenser and two glasses filled with a red punch garnished with cranberries, set on coasters next to small white pumpkins on a wooden surface.

The classic red punch.

Supplies

Cranberry juice cocktail (3 cups)
Apple juice (3 cups)
Lemon-lime soda (2 cups)
Optional garnish: Frozen cranberries

Directions
Stir cranberry and apple in a dispenser. Add lemon-lime soda right before serving. Float cranberries.

Pom Party Sparkler

Two glasses of red pomegranate drink with ice and pomegranate seeds on top, placed on a wooden surface with scattered seeds and a plate of chocolates in the background.

Jewel-toned centerpiece.

Supplies

Pomegranate juice (4 cups)
White grape juice (3 cups)
Seltzer (2 cups)
Optional: Pomegranate arils

Directions
Combine juices in a large pitcher with ice. Top with seltzer just before pouring. Sprinkle arils for sparkle.

Ginger Harvest Fizz

A large glass bowl of apple punch with ice cubes and apple slices, surrounded by three glasses of the same drink on wooden coasters.

Ginger-forward with orchard notes.

Supplies

Ginger ale (4 cups)
Apple cider (3 cups)
Pineapple juice (1 cup)
Apples

Directions
Pour all liquids into a punch bowl with a large ice ring mold or cubes. Stir once; float apple wheels.

Maple Citrus Bubbler

Two glasses of orange-yellow drink with ice, lemon slices, and rosemary sprigs on a wooden tray next to small decorative white pumpkins.

Hint of maple; bright finish.

Supplies

Lemonade (3 cups)
Orange juice (3 cups)
Pure maple syrup (2 tbsp)
Soda water (2 cups)

Directions
Whisk maple into lemonade and orange juice in a pitcher. Add ice to cups. Top with soda water at service.

Cran-Grape Spritz

Two wine glasses filled with a red, sparkling beverage, ice cubes, and cranberries sit on a counter next to a small white pumpkin and a bowl of cranberries.

Vivid purple-red kids adore.

Supplies

Cranberry juice cocktail (3 cups)
Grape juice (3 cups)
Club soda (2 cups)

Directions
Combine juices in a dispenser with ice. Add club soda before serving; stir gently.

Pumpkin Patch Punch (All-Orange)

Two glasses of orange-colored iced drinks garnished with orange slices sit on a counter next to a small pumpkin and two acorns.

Sunny orange color-block.

Supplies

Orange juice (3 cups)
Mango nectar (3 cups)
Lemon-lime soda (2 cups)

Directions
Stir OJ and mango over ice in a pitcher. Top with lemon-lime soda; float orange slices.

Apple-Pear Sparkle

A glass pitcher and three glasses filled with orange-colored iced beverage sit on a wooden table, with cinnamon sticks and small white pumpkins nearby.

Soft pear, lots of bubbles.

Supplies

Apple juice (3 cups)
Pear nectar (diluted 1:1) (3 cups)
Seltzer (2 cups)

Directions
Combine apple juice and diluted pear nectar in a clear dispenser. Top with seltzer just before serving.

Ruby Red Holiday

Three glasses of pink punch with ice and orange slices are on a wooden table, next to small white pumpkins and berries.

Balanced tart grapefruit + cranberry.

Supplies

Directions
Mix grapefruit, cranberry, and water in a pitcher. Add soda water at service. Serve over ice.

Cream Soda Float Bar (Kids)

Two glass mugs with creamy drinks topped with ice cream and sprinkles, surrounded by marshmallows, pecans, and decorative sprinkles on a wooden surface.

Interactive float station.

Supplies

Cream soda (6 cups)
Vanilla ice cream (1 qt)
Optional: Sprinkles

Directions
Pour 6–8 oz cream soda into each cup. Add 1 small scoop ice cream. Top with sprinkles; serve immediately.

Warm Sippers

Stove-Top Cider (NA)

Two white mugs filled with a dark beverage, each garnished with dried orange slices, star anise, and cinnamon sticks, sit on a light wooden surface.

Classic, cozy, and quick.

Supplies

Directions
Warm 6 oz cider in a small pot to 150–160°F (do not boil). Stir in a pinch of cinnamon and 1–2 drops vanilla. Pour into a mug.

Cran-Apple Warmer

Two clear glass mugs of spiced apple cider with cinnamon sticks and rosemary sprigs, surrounded by cranberries, rosemary, and a pumpkin on a wooden table.

Tart-sweet with a cinnamon stick.

Supplies

Directions
Warm 4 oz cider + 2 oz cranberry until steaming. Pour into a mug and add a cinnamon stick.

Maple Lemon Soothe

Two white mugs of tea with lemon slices and cinnamon sticks on a wooden surface, next to a small bundle of dried flowers.

Light, steamy comfort.

Supplies

Directions
Add 1 tablespoon lemon and 1 teaspoon maple to a mug. Pour in 6 oz hot water and stir.

Ginger Honey Steam (if allowed)

Two glass mugs filled with a light brown beverage are on a white surface, surrounded by cinnamon sticks and small decorative pumpkins.

Soothing, aromatic steam.

Supplies

Directions
Add 3–4 thin ginger coins to a mug and cover with 6 oz hot water. Steep 5 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon honey; strain ginger if desired.

Pom Spice Hug

Two white mugs filled with a brown beverage topped with sprinkled cinnamon, surrounded by cinnamon sticks and a small pumpkin on a rustic wooden surface.

Bright pom with a warm spice edge.

Supplies

Directions
Warm 4 oz pomegranate + 2 oz water with a pinch of cinnamon until steaming. Serve in a small mug.

Orange-Clove Cup

Two mugs of brown liquid topped with a lemon slice and sprinkled with cinnamon, placed on a wooden surface next to decorative gourds.

Holiday-market vibes.

Supplies

Directions
Heat 6 oz orange juice gently (don’t boil). Whisk in a pinch each of clove and cinnamon. Pour into a mug; garnish with an orange wheel if desired.

Apple-Vanilla Steam

Two glasses of creamy pumpkin-colored drinks garnished with cinnamon sticks and apple slices, set on a wooden table with small pumpkins and acorns.

Creamy apple comfort.

Supplies

Directions
Warm 5 oz apple juice in a pot. Stir in 1 oz vanilla milk and heat just to steaming. Serve immediately.

Cran-Grape Mulled (NA)

Two glass mugs of mulled wine garnished with orange slices and star anise sit on a wooden surface next to star anise pods and wheat stalks.

Kid-friendly mulled cup.

Supplies

Directions
Warm 4 oz grape + 2 oz cranberry with a pinch of clove on low for 5 minutes. Strain if desired.

Cocoa-Cider Twist (NA)

Two glass mugs filled with a dark beverage, each topped with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick, surrounded by dried apple slices and star anise on a white surface.

Unexpected but cozy!

Supplies

Directions
Add 4 oz prepared hot cocoa to a mug. Stir in 2 oz hot cider. Serve immediately.

Maple Milk Steamer

Two glass mugs of frothy lattes with cinnamon on top sit on crochet coasters, alongside two small white pumpkins and autumn leaves on a wooden table.

Gentle, sweet nightcap for kids.

Supplies

Directions
Steam or heat 6 oz milk to ~150°F. Stir in 1 teaspoon maple; sprinkle with nutmeg.

Thanksgiving Mocktails

With these kid-friendly Thanksgiving mocktails, your holiday table is sure to feel even more festive and fun.

From refreshing fall fruit blends to cozy spiced sips, there’s something here for every taste and age.

These easy, flavorful drinks bring all the warmth of the season without any alcohol, making them perfect for family gatherings, classroom celebrations, or a cozy night in.

Cheers to a Thanksgiving filled with delicious flavors, happy memories, and drinks everyone can enjoy!

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