It's truly interesting how innovation around teas is motivating us to develop and explore a wider variety of options. Such is the case with mocktails, a unique combination that can be made with coffee and infusions . The idea is to combine different ingredients to create a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail . Perfect for sharing at a conversation or meeting, without any alcohol involved.
Non-alcoholic cocktails are trending, as many people can't drink alcohol, and going without alcohol is healthier and safer when we're on a diet, when we have to take care of our health, or when we're driving. This is how mocktails were born.
The word mocktails comes from a combination of "imitation" and "cocktail," both written in English. In fact, they're so popular that they've become a fixture in cafes, bars, restaurants, and cocktail lounges . It's all about offering something unique and encouraging people to try different flavors. One of the reasons these drinks are so popular is because they're a completely healthy option.
The best part is that you can combine different types of organic teas to make it even healthier, with varieties ranging from aged teas to blue teas and red teas . These are then mixed with soda, juices, or various fruits.
In fact, making mocktails is a new challenge for baristas, who must be skilled and creative in creating delicious new formulas. Currently, the chai tea mocktail and the lychee mocktail with Milky Ooolong are some of the most popular, as they are very simple to make and, above all, customizable to the user's taste.
Chai tea mocktails
The flavor of chai tea mocktails is a combination that can be enjoyed cold or hot, as it's delicious either way. The idea is to combine black tea , water, milk, cloves, fennel seeds, cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon. Ice is a must when preparing this mixture, and sweetener is optional. It's a matter of mixing everything together in a cocktail shaker.
Mocktails with lychees and Oolong
The lychee and oolong tea mocktail is particularly popular for its oriental flavors. The ingredients are very simple: just lychee tea, oolong tea , lime, sparkling water or club soda, and ice. The idea is to prepare the ingredients correctly and then add them to the cocktail shaker.
This creates a delicious and refreshing drink in a very short time. The presentation of this type of drink is also of great importance. Therefore, it should not be overlooked. Tea-based mocktails are truly a healthy option that will always surprise those who try them.
At Tétique , we use ingredients like organic chai tea and oolong tea for their preparation. They come in a variety of formats to facilitate your creative process and allow you to enjoy your cocktails whenever you want.
