🎉 Introduction
This Fireside Mocktail is the ultimate warm, cozy drink for chilly nights. Featuring the comforting flavors of spiced apple cider, rosemary, fresh lemon, and deep maple sweetness, this alcohol-free cocktail delivers all the winter warmth and complexity of a traditional holiday drink — without a drop of alcohol.
It’s perfect for winter gatherings, Christmas parties, fall evenings by the fireplace, or anytime you want a sophisticated drink that feels special and soothing. The botanicals from the Pathfinder alcohol-free spirit and Spiritless Kentucky 74 Spiced add rich, warm, spicy depth without sacrificing your no-alcohol lifestyle.
This drink is aromatic, beautiful, and absolutely unforgettable.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Cocktail shaker or mason jar
- Jigger or measuring spoons
- Small strainer
- Rocks glass or coupe glass
- Ice
- Lighter (optional, for rosemary smoke)
🛒 Ingredients
Fruits & Vegetables
- 1 fresh rosemary sprig (plus more for garnish)
Condiments
- 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 oz Pure maple syrup
Beverages
- 1 1/2 oz Spiced apple cider
Alcohol-Free Spirits (fully non-alcoholic and safe)
- 1 oz Pathfinder spirit (non-alcoholic botanical spirit)
- 1 oz Spiritless Kentucky 74 Spiced (non-alcoholic spiced whiskey alternative)
👩🍳 Directions
step1:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
step2:
Add lemon juice, maple syrup, spiced apple cider, Pathfinder, and Spiritless Kentucky 74 Spiced.
step3:
Shake vigorously for about 10–12 seconds until chilled and well mixed.
step4:
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice (or serve neat in a coupe glass if you prefer).
step5:
Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig.
Optional: Lightly torch the rosemary for a smoky winter aroma.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Serves: 1 mocktail
- Prep time: 3 minutes
- Total time: 3–4 minutes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Best served fresh.
- You can pre-mix everything (except ice) and store in the fridge for 24 hours.
- Shake with ice right before drinking.
🥄 Variations
- Cranberry Twist: Add 1 oz cranberry juice for a red holiday glow.
- Ginger Spice: Add 1/2 oz ginger syrup for extra warmth.
- Cinnamon Version: Add a cinnamon stick garnish or rim the glass with cinnamon sugar.
- Apple Pie Mocktail: Replace lemon juice with apple juice for a sweeter drink.
- Citrus Lift: Add orange zest or a slice of dehydrated orange.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. Is this drink fully alcohol-free?
Yes — all listed spirits are certified non-alcoholic alternatives.
2. Can I make it sweeter?
Add an extra 1/4–1/2 oz maple syrup.
3. Can I make it without non-alcoholic spirits?
Yes — replace them with more spiced apple cider + 1 dash vanilla extract.
4. Can this be served hot?
Absolutely! Warm the cider first, then mix everything in a mug.
5. Can I make a large batch?
Yes — multiply ingredients x6 for a pitcher.
6. What can I use instead of lemon juice?
Orange juice for sweeter flavor, or lime juice for brighter acidity.
7. What if I don’t have a shaker?
Use a mason jar with a lid.
8. Best garnish besides rosemary?
Dehydrated orange, cinnamon stick, or star anise.
9. Can this be kid-friendly?
Yes — replace the spirits with extra cider + a splash of water.
10. Is it good for holiday parties?
Perfect — it tastes like winter, spice, and cozy evenings.
🏁 Conclusion
This Fireside Mocktail is warm, aromatic, and incredibly cozy — the perfect drink when you want something special without alcohol. With notes of rosemary, maple, cider, and winter spices, it feels festive, elegant, and soothing all at once.
Perfect for winter nights, holiday gatherings, or anytime you want a comforting, alcohol-free treat.
Fireside Mocktail – Cozy, Warm & Comforting (Non-Alcoholic)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add lemon juice, maple syrup, spiced apple cider, Pathfinder, and Spiritless Kentucky 74 Spiced.
- Shake vigorously for about 10–12 seconds until chilled and well mixed.
- Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice (or serve neat in a coupe glass if you prefer).
- Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig.
- Optional: Lightly torch the rosemary for a smoky winter aroma.
Notes
Yes — all listed spirits are certified non-alcoholic alternatives. 2. Can I make it sweeter?
Add an extra 1/4–1/2 oz maple syrup. 3. Can I make it without non-alcoholic spirits?
Yes — replace them with more spiced apple cider + 1 dash vanilla extract. 4. Can this be served hot?
Absolutely! Warm the cider first, then mix everything in a mug. 5. Can I make a large batch?
Yes — multiply ingredients x6 for a pitcher. 6. What can I use instead of lemon juice?
Orange juice for sweeter flavor, or lime juice for brighter acidity. 7. What if I don’t have a shaker?
Use a mason jar with a lid. 8. Best garnish besides rosemary?
Dehydrated orange, cinnamon stick, or star anise. 9. Can this be kid-friendly?
Yes — replace the spirits with extra cider + a splash of water. 10. Is it good for holiday parties?
Perfect — it tastes like winter, spice, and cozy evenings. 🏁 Conclusion This Fireside Mocktail is warm, aromatic, and incredibly cozy — the perfect drink when you want something special without alcohol. With notes of rosemary, maple, cider, and winter spices, it feels festive, elegant, and soothing all at once. Perfect for winter nights, holiday gatherings, or anytime you want a comforting, alcohol-free treat.
