Since we hate both teams at our house (hahahahahaha) we’re going with a New Orleans theme. Here’s what on the menu!
1. French Quarter Fizz
A bubbly, citrusy drink inspired by the classic French 75!
Ingredients:
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and warm water)
- 2 oz non-alcoholic sparkling white grape juice (or club soda)
- 1 dash orange bitters (optional)
- Lemon twist (for garnish)
- Ice
Instructions:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add lemon juice and honey syrup.
- Shake well and strain into a chilled coupe or flute glass.
- Top with sparkling grape juice (or club soda).
- Garnish with a lemon twist and serve!
2. Bourbon Street Hurricane (Mocktail Version)
A tropical, fruity twist on the famous New Orleans Hurricane!
Ingredients:
- 2 oz passion fruit juice
- 2 oz orange juice
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz grenadine
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 2 oz ginger beer or club soda
- Orange slice & cherry (for garnish)
- Ice
Instructions:
- Fill a hurricane glass with ice.
- In a shaker, combine passion fruit juice, orange juice, lime juice, grenadine, and simple syrup.
- Shake well and pour over ice.
- Top with ginger beer or club soda.
- Garnish with an orange slice and cherry.
3. Big Easy Mint Julep (Non-Alcoholic)
A refreshing take on the classic Southern mint julep!
Ingredients:
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz honey or simple syrup
- 2 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz unsweetened iced tea
- 2 oz club soda
- Crushed ice
- Mint sprig (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a glass, muddle mint leaves with honey or simple syrup.
- Add lime juice and unsweetened iced tea, then stir well.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig.