Here’s the thing: Being pregnant or newly postpartum in the summer isn’t always idyllic. To start, it’s hot. Secondly, it’s hot. And perhaps more than any other season, you’ll find yourself poolside (kiddie or Olympic-sized) craving an ice-cold cocktail. But alas, that cocktail just isn’t in the cards if you’re pregnant or newly postpartum and nursing baby every couple of hours. Still, being pregnant or breastfeeding doesn’t mean you need to settle for boring sips. Here, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite summer cocktail recipes until you can enjoy the real thing again. Cheers!
The perfect mocktail for when you’re craving the refreshing minty flavor of a mojito, with the addition of fresh raspberries, cooling cucumber, and La Croix for some bubbles.
The poolside drink of your dreams made with just three simple ingredients: juicy watermelon, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, and sugar. It’s crave-worthy.
Four ingredients and one sip will transport you to a tropical beach far, far away. Don’t forget to garnish with a tiny umbrella and pineapple wedge!
@oliviaadriance PINEAPPLE CILANTRO SPICY MARGARITA (MOCKTAIL)✨ Pretty sure there are like 3 “National Margarita Days” a year but whose counting Ingredients (for 1 margarita): 5-6 slices of jalapeño, seeds removed for less spice 2 tbsp cilantro leaves 2 oz zero proof @ritualzeroproof tequila alternative (or you can use tequila) 1.5 oz pineapple juice 1 oz fresh lime juice 1/2 oz maple syrup Tajin for the rim . . #mocktailsofinstagram #mocktailrecipe #margaritamocktail #spicymargarita #nationalmargaritaday ♬ original sound - Olivia Adriance
NA Pineapple Cilantro Spicy Margarita
Just in case you’re the kind who enjoys a drink with a kick, this non-alcoholic take on a spicy margarita balances the heat of jalapeño peppers with sweet pineapple juice and maple syrup.
This one’s for the ginger lovers! (Might the delicious elixir combat nausea? Couldn't hurt to try!) Cult-favorite nonalcoholic aperitif Ghia is paired with ginger beer, sparkling water, and lime zest to create a ginger-forward favorite.
@themindfulmocktail This deliciously juicy grapefruit spritz mocktail has the perfect balance of bitter grapefruit, spicy ginger and sweet honey with a lovely bubbly finish. 2.5 oz (45 ml) grapefruit juice 1 oz (30 ml) lemon juice 1/2 oz (15 ml) ginger juice 1/2 oz (15 ml) honey syrup Top with soda Grapefruit slice and rosemary to garnish Method grapefruit juice, lemon juice, ginger juice and honey syrup to a tall glass. Add ice, then top with soda water. Stir gently and garnish with a grapefruit slice and/or a piece of rosemary. Cheers and enjoy! #mocktails #alcoholfree #nonalcoholic ♬ UNWRITTEN X INTOXICATED - CarterWalsh
Grapefruit Spritz
Bitter grapefruit blends with spicy ginger, sweet honey, and bubbly soda in this mocktail to create a perfectly balanced spritz.
