You know we like to use the most fragrant, fresh ingredients in our products, so it’s no surprise they make great inspiration for delicious drinks too. 

Parties, work dos, family get-togethers – December can be full on. Whether it’s for a relaxing evening at home or a non-alcoholic drink to offer guests, here are four mocktails based on some of Rituals’ bestselling Classic Collections.  

The Ritual of Sakura Mocktail  

This creamy, white and pink mocktail is one big nod to the bestselling The Ritual of Sakura. The flavours of rice milk, coconut and cherry make this a sweet and creamy drink that is ideal to end your dinner with. With its delicious flavour and an impressive pink foamy layer, this delightful drink proves non-alcoholic does not have to mean boring. No shaker is required for this one, all you need is a simple milk frother. 

Cooking time: 15 

Serves: 1 

Ingredients:  

- 1 tbsp cherry syrup 

- 1 egg white 

- ice cubes 

- 60 ml rice milk 

- 60 ml coconut milk 

Steps:  

1. Add cherry syrup and water together, and whisk thoroughly. Add the egg white and whip all the components together with your frother. 
2. Fill up a glass with ice cubes and pour in the rice and coconut milk. 
3. Dispense the cherry foam on top.

The Ritual of Jing Mocktail  

The Ritual of Jing is known as your 'path to inner peace' and this mocktail fits in seamlessly with that philosophy. The fresh flavours of lavender, lotus blossom and cucumber blend together beautifully in the glass. Even just a whiff of this will have you feeling more calm, making it the perfect drink for this busy holiday month. Speaking of which: this cocktail could even double as a light aperitif at any dinner party.

Cooking time: 30 

Serves: 1 

Ingredients: 

- 250 ml water 

- 200 g sugar 

- 2 tbsp dried lavender flowers 

- 100 ml chilled lotus blossom tea 

- 50 ml cucumber juice (freshly squeezed) 

- 150 ml sparkling water 

- Ice cubes 

- Cucumber slices (for garnish) 

- Lavender flowers (for garnish, optional) 

Steps: 

1. Start by making the lavender syrup. Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the sugar and stir until fully dissolved. Add the dried lavender flowers and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture steep for 20 minutes. Strain the syrup to remove the lavender flowers and let it cool. Store in an airtight bottle or jar in the refrigerator. 
2. Brew the lotus blossom tea according to the instructions on the package and let it cool completely. 
3. Make fresh cucumber juice by peeling a cucumber, cutting it into pieces, and blending it in a blender. Strain the juice to remove the pulp. 
4. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 30 ml of the homemade lavender syrup, the cooled lotus blossom tea, and the cucumber juice to the shaker. 
5. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until everything is well mixed and chilled. 
6. Fill a large glass with ice cubes. Pour the mixed contents into the glass. Top it off with sparkling water and stir gently with a stir stick. 
7. Garnish the mocktail with a few cucumber slices on the rim of the glass and add some lavender flowers for an extra elegant presentation. 

The Ritual of Ayurveda Mocktail  

Who doesn't love old-fashioned eggnog? I love it, but alcohol is not a must-have for me. This variant proves that alcohol is not necessary to create an equally tasty drink. To give it an extra twist I added almond and rose water. Inspired, of course, by The Ritual of Ayurveda, one of my all-time favourites. 

Cooking time: 20 minutes 

Serves: 4 

Ingredients:  

- 500 ml heavy cream 

- 1 tsp nutmeg, freshly grated 

- 750 ml whole milk 

- 2 tbs almond extract 

- 2 tbs rose water 

- 3 eggs  

- 4 egg yolks 

- 65 g sugar 

- ¼ tsp salt 

- Optional: 150 ml heavy cream 

- Optional: 1 tbsp rose water 

- Rose petals for decoration 

Steps:  

1. In a large mixing bowl, pour in the heavy cream and 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg. Place a fine mesh strainer over the bowl and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, mix together the milk, rose water and almond extract. Heat over medium heat, swirling occasionally, until bubbles appear around the edges and the milk starts to steam.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, vigorously whisk the eggs, yolks, sugar, and salt for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and pale. Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously. Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon for around 6 minutes. Immediately strain into the mixing bowl containing the heavy cream.
4. Place in the refrigerator uncovered and allow the eggnog to cool completely for at least 2 hours. 
5. To serve, pour the eggnog into glasses filling only ¾ of the glass. 
6. Make an optional topping of rose whipped cream by mixing 150 ml of heavy cream together with 1 tablespoon of rose water. Scoop it onto the eggnog and decorate with rose petals. 

The Ritual of Hammam Mocktail  

This is a drink I like to make for myself on a weeknight when I don’t have any plans. I love to put my phone aside, put on a soothing playlist, light a scented candle and then have this drink when I take the time for my favourite skin care routine. For me, it's the perfect way to recharge my social batteries. It’s like creating a mini spa at home!

Cooking time: 15 

Serves: 1 

Ingredients:  

- 100 ml water 

- 100 g sugar 

- 4 sprigs rosemary (+ extra) 

- Ice cubes 

- 75 ml eucalyptus tea, chilled 

- juice of 1 lime 

- Soda water 

- 1 lime wedge 

Steps:

1. Make a simple syrup by mixing water with sugar and rosemary in a saucepan on  a low to medium temperature. Let the sugar dissolve and give the rosemary 10 minutes to give off its flavour. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool down. For one mocktail, you will need 30 ml of the simple syrup.
2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes, 30 ml of the simple syrup, the tea and lime juice. 
3. Strain into a glass over crushed ice and top with soda water. Garnish with some extra rosemary sprigs and a wedge of lime.