The Best Non-Alcoholic Bourbon Cocktails
Introduction
Classic bourbon cocktails are known for their bold flavors and timeless appeal. Fortunately, many of these drinks can now be recreated using non-alcoholic bourbon alternatives.
Whether you’re exploring the sober-curious lifestyle or simply want to enjoy a sophisticated drink without alcohol, these cocktails deliver the rich flavor experience of bourbon while remaining alcohol-free.
Below are five of the most popular non-alcoholic bourbon cocktails you can easily make at home.
1. Non-Alcoholic Old Fashioned
The Old Fashioned is one of the most iconic bourbon cocktails ever created. The alcohol-free version keeps the same elegant balance of sweetness, bitters, and citrus.
Ingredients:
• 2 oz non-alcoholic bourbon alternative
• 1/4 oz simple syrup
• 2 dashes aromatic bitters (non-alcoholic bitters available)
• orange peel
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir gently and strain over a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange peel.
2. Non-Alcoholic Manhattan
The Manhattan is a sophisticated cocktail that pairs beautifully with alcohol-free bourbon alternatives.
Ingredients:
• 2 oz non-alcoholic bourbon
• 1 oz non-alcoholic sweet vermouth alternative
• 2 dashes aromatic bitters
• cherry garnish
Instructions:
Stir with ice and strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a cherry.
3. Non-Alcoholic Whiskey Sour
The Whiskey Sour is refreshing, citrusy, and perfect for alcohol-free entertaining.
Ingredients:
• 2 oz non-alcoholic bourbon
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
Instructions:
Shake with ice and strain into a rocks glass.
4. Non-Alcoholic Mint Julep
A Southern classic, the Mint Julep translates beautifully into an alcohol-free cocktail.
Ingredients:
• 2 oz non-alcoholic bourbon
• fresh mint
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
Instructions:
Muddle mint with simple syrup. Add non-alcoholic bourbon and crushed ice. Garnish with mint.
5. Bourbon Highball (Alcohol-Free)
The bourbon highball is simple, refreshing, and perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients:
• 2 oz non-alcoholic bourbon
• club soda
• lemon twist
Instructions:
Pour over ice and top with club soda.
Final Thoughts
Non-alcoholic bourbon cocktails prove that you don’t need alcohol to enjoy complex, satisfying drinks. With the right ingredients and a little creativity, classic bourbon cocktails can be enjoyed in a completely new way.
