With warmer weather on the horizon and party season kicking into gear, there’s no better time to add a splash of flavour to your gathering with deliciousspring mocktail recipes. Whether you’re hosting a baby shower, brunch, corporate event, or simply a casual get-together,non-alcoholic spring drinks are a refreshing way to elevate the experience—no spirits required.

At The Chef Upstairs, we love showcasing seasonal ingredients and sharing ideas for flavourful, beautiful drinks. These threeeasy spring mocktails are perfect for impressing your guests while keeping things light and inclusive. They also pair wonderfully with our interactive cooking classes or private chef experiences.

Here are three mocktails to freshen up your next party.

1. Cucumber Mint Sparkler

This crisp and cooling drink is as elegant as it is easy, making it ideal fornon-alcoholic events in Toronto like showers, luncheons, or garden parties.

Ingredients:

• 6 thin cucumber slices

• 6–8 fresh mint leaves

• 1 tsp honey or simple syrup

• Juice of 1/2 lime

• Sparkling water to top

• Ice

Directions: Muddle the cucumber, mint, and honey in a shaker. Add lime juice and shake with ice. Strain into a tall glass filled with ice and top with sparkling water. Garnish with a mint sprig and cucumber ribbon.

Perfect For: Backyard brunches, spa parties, or anyToronto spring party idea that calls for a sophisticated touch.

2. Rhubarb & Rose Cooler

This floral and fruity mocktail captures the essence of spring, using rhubarb’s tart bite balanced by the subtle sweetness of rose water.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup rhubarb syrup (see below)

• 1/2 tsp rose water

• Juice of 1/2 lemon

• Club soda to top

• Edible flowers or lemon twist for garnish

To Make Rhubarb Syrup: Simmer 1 cup chopped rhubarb, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup water for 10–15 minutes. Strain and cool.

Directions:
Mix rhubarb syrup, rose water, and lemon juice in a glass over ice. Top with club soda and garnish.

Perfect For: Elegant receptions, Mother’s Day gatherings, or pairing with amocktail class in Toronto for a hands-on drink-making experience.

3. Basil Strawberry Smash

Vibrant, sweet, and herbaceous, this mocktail is a crowd-pleaser that’s just as refreshing as it is colourful.

Ingredients:

• 3 fresh strawberries, sliced

• 3–4 fresh basil leaves

• 1 tsp maple syrup

• Juice of 1/2 lime

• Sparkling water or ginger ale to top

• Ice

Directions: Muddle strawberries, basil, and maple syrup. Add lime juice and shake with ice. Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with sparkling water or ginger ale. Garnish with a basil leaf and strawberry slice.

Perfect For:Mocktails for parties, casual spring dinners, or a fun kids-and-teensToronto event.

Make It Even More Memorable with a Mocktail Class

Want to take your party to the next level? Book amocktail class in Toronto with The Chef Upstairs! Perfect for corporate events, bachelorettes, birthday celebrations, or private gatherings, our expert-led classes show you and your guests how to craft creative, seasonal drinks that are every bit as exciting as cocktails—minus the alcohol.

They also pair beautifully with our hands-on cooking classes or private chef dinners, making for a full-service, immersive, and unforgettable event.

Cheers to Spring Celebrations

Refreshing, inclusive, and full of flavour, thesenon-alcoholic spring drinks offer a stylish way to celebrate the season. Whether you're hosting a large gathering or a small dinner party, incorporatingeasy spring mocktails into your menu adds charm and a thoughtful touch that everyone can enjoy.

Ready to bring mocktails, food, and fun together? Visit The Chef Upstairs to book your spring party or private class today!

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By Chef Julian Pancer, The Chef Upstairs