Mother’s Day Drinks & Recipes | Alcohol-Free & Low-Alcohol Ideas for 2026

Mother’s Day is a moment to celebrate the women who make life brighter — and that includes treating them with thoughtful drinks they can enjoy, whether they prefer alcohol or not. From refreshing mocktails to low-alcohol spritzes with a grown-up twist, here are easy recipes that feel special without overpowering the day.

For bottled options and ready-made favourites to pair with these recipes, explore our Mother’s Day collection.

1) Citrus & Elderflower Refresher (Alcohol-Free)

Bright, floral and perfect for spring — this mocktail feels elevated without a drop of alcohol.

Ingredients

  • Premium sparkling water
  • Elderflower cordial or syrup
  • Fresh lemon and orange slices
  • Mint sprigs
  • Ice

Method

  1. Fill a large glass or jug with ice.
  2. Add a splash of elderflower cordial.
  3. Top with chilled sparkling water.
  4. Garnish with citrus slices and mint.

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2) Low-Alcohol Rosé Spritz

A lighter alternative to a classic spritz, this combines low-alcohol rosé with soda and a hint of citrus — ideal for a sunny Mother’s Day toast.

Ingredients

  • Low-alcohol rosé (chilled)
  • Soda water
  • Fresh grapefruit or orange slices
  • Ice

Method

  1. Fill a wine glass with ice.
  2. Pour in chilled low-alcohol rosé.
  3. Top with soda water and gently stir.
  4. Add citrus slices for flavour and colour.

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3) Berry & Lime Cooler (No Alcohol)

Fresh berries and zesty lime make this feel bursting with flavour — and perfect for an afternoon catch-up with Mum.

Ingredients

  • Fresh raspberries or strawberries
  • Lime juice
  • Sugar or honey (to taste)
  • Chilled soda water
  • Ice

Method

  1. Muddle the berries with a squeeze of lime and a little sugar or honey.
  2. Add ice to a glass, then top with chilled soda water.
  3. Stir gently and garnish with a berry or lime wheel.

4) Light Ginger & Pear Spritz (Low Alcohol)

Subtle spice and soft sweetness make this low-alcohol spritz a great alternative for brunch or an afternoon garden moment.

Ingredients

  • Low-alcohol white wine
  • Pear juice (chilled)
  • Ginger beer (alcohol-free)
  • Fresh pear slices
  • Ice

Method

  1. Combine equal parts chilled low-alcohol white wine and pear juice in a glass of ice.
  2. Top with chilled ginger beer.
  3. Garnish with pear slices and a twist of citrus.

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5) Mother’s Day Mimosa (Classic & Light Versions)

The ultimate celebratory drink — and easy to adapt for mums who want low alcohol or no alcohol at all.

  • For a classic mimosa, combine chilled sparkling wine with fresh orange juice.
  • For a lighter version, use low-alcohol sparkling rosé, chilled juice, and an orange twist.
  • For alcohol-free, swap in sparkling elderflower or premium soda water with juice.

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Serve Like a Pro

  • Use chilled glasses for bubbles or spritzes.
  • Garnish with fresh fruit, herbs or citrus twists for extra colour.
  • Set up an ice bucket and small garnish tray so Mum can help herself.

Whether you’re pouring something ready-made from our Mother’s Day collection or mixing one of these drinks from scratch, small touches like garnish and chilled glassware make all the difference.

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