Mocktail Margaritas
These Mocktail Margaritas are a citrusy, alcohol-free twist on a skinny margarita. A splash of sauerkraut brine adds a subtle savory “buzz” and gut-friendly benefits, while fresh-squeezed juices keep it bright and refreshing. This margarita mocktail is easy to batch for warm-weather parties with just a few ingredients.
Servings: 1
Ingredients
For a single margarita mocktail
- 1½ ounces lime juice
- 1 ounce orange juice
- ½ ounce agave nectar
- 1 ounce sauerkraut brine
- 2 ounces sparkling water or club soda
- Lime slice for garnish
- Tajín or margarita salt, for garnish
For batch margarita mocktails (makes 6)
- 1 cup, plus 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ¾ cup orange juice
- ⅜ cup agave nectar
- ¾ cup sauerkraut brine
- 1 can (12 ounces) sparkling water or club soda
Instructions
For a single margarita mocktail
- Rim a glass with lime slice and dip into Tajín, or margarita salt, if desired. Fill glass with ice.
- Add lime juice, orange juice, agave nectar, and sauerkraut brine to a cocktail shaker with ice. Secure lid and shake until well combined.
- Strain into prepared glass over ice. Top with sparkling water or club soda, and gently stir.
- Add a lime wedge for garnish, and serve immediately.
For batch mocktail margaritas (makes 6)
- In a pitcher, stir together lime juice, orange juice, agave nectar, and sauerkraut brine until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Add ice and sparkling water, stirring gently.
- Serve over ice in glasses prepared with Tajín or margarita salt rim, as desired.
Notes
Use sauerkraut brine from a refrigerated jar, or look for probiotic tonics from brands like Firefly Kitchens. Their classic kraut tonic was used in the development of this recipe.