Sweet sixteen mocktails

A young person’s 16th birthday is a fun and momentous occasion. Celebrate this fantastic rite of passage with stylishly delicious cocktails, minus the alcohol!

They’ll appreciate the grown-up looking drinks, and you’ll appreciate a tasty treat that’s surprisingly alcohol free.

1) Fruit Ice Cubes

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These fruit-filled ice cubes will make even a simple glass of water look like a tasty summer inspired cocktail!

2) Virgin Mojitos

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Delicious and oh-so-pretty.

3) Midsummer Mocktail

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This faux cocktail known as a “Midsummer Mocktail” is perfect for a Shakespearean or period themed party.

4) Shots shots shots (of milk)!

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Let these cookie + milk shots, created by the inventor of Cronut, inspire you for your Sweet 16 party.

5) Virgin Twisted Strawberry Colada

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Serve this tasty drink up in classic margarita glasses for a faux-tastic experience!

6) Atomic Cat Mimosas

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This virgin version of a mimosa is perfectly on-theme for a brunch or Breakfast at Tiffany’s inspired theme.

7) Tiffany Punch

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Speaking of Breakfast at Tiffany’s… this Tiffany blue mocktail is the perfect drink of choice!

8) Watermelon Punch

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This fun display and delicious recipe makes alcohol obsolete.

9) Chocolate Mocktini

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Because everything tastes better when served up in a martini glass.

10) Cherry Bomb

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A 16 year old is too old for Shirley Temples, but too young for cocktails. The solution? This age appropriate recipe!

11) Strawberry Margaritas

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For a fiesta themed sweet 16, this virgin strawberry margarita is a must.

12) Fruit Sparkler

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This tasty version is a take on the classic wine spritzer.

13) Cinnamon Hearts

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Just because your baby is growing up, it doesn’t mean you have to completely forego childhood innocence. Serve up this tasty treat that’s still sweet yet sassy enough for a sweet 16.

14) Salted Caramel Ice Cream Shots

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I think the title says it all. This delicious treat is meant to be enjoyed by all at the party.

15) Strawberry Basil Lime

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This is essentially the recipe for an ultra yummy smoothie, but pour into a fancy glass and garnish with a whimsical straw for an instant mocktail upgrade.

16) Virgin Bailey Shots

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Your young guests will feel extremely chic when taking “shots” of this mock bailey version.