Dry January doesn’t have to mean dull drinks or missing out. In fact, it can be an opportunity to explore mocktail recipes that actively support your wellbeing, from calm evenings and digestive balance to focus, hydration and immune support.
This year, we’ve brought together our favourite functional mocktail recipes, including immunity-boosting blends and alcohol-free drinks made with functional ingredients such as adaptogens, herbs, botanicals and (optionally) CBD.
Whether you’re taking part in Dry January or simply looking for more mindful alternatives to alcohol, these mocktails are designed to taste good and do good.
What are functional mocktails?
Functional mocktails go beyond flavour. They’re alcohol-free drinks made with ingredients chosen for a specific purpose – such as relaxation, digestion, hydration or mental clarity.
Think:
- Herbal infusions
- Antioxidant-rich fruits
- Adaptogens
- Botanicals
- Gentle functional add-ins like CBD
They’re an easy way to support your body and mind, one sip at a time.
Our functional mocktail recipes
1. Zesty Citrus, Ginger & CBD Fizz
Function: Immunity support + balance
Serves: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- Fresh ginger (thumb-sized piece, grated or juiced)
- Juice of ½ orange or grapefruit
- 1–2 tsp honey or agave to taste
- Sparkling water
- Optional: CBD oil
Method:
- Grate or juice the fresh ginger and add to a glass.
- Stir in orange or grapefruit juice and honey or agave until well combined.
- Add a few ice cubes.
- Pour over sparkling water and gently stir.
- Add CBD oil if desired.
Why it works: Ginger and citrus are well known for their immune-supporting and anti-inflammatory properties. Adding CBD helps promote balance and calm, perfect for Dry January evenings.
Serve idea: Serve over ice with an orange slice and enjoy the zing.
2. Elderberry CBD Sparkler
Function: Antioxidant support + relaxation
Serves: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- 1–2 tbsp elderberry syrup
- 100 ml pomegranate juice
- Sparkling water
- Optional: CBD oil
Method:
- Add elderberry syrup and pomegranate juice to a glass.
- Fill with ice.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Add CBD oil if desired.
Why it works: Elderberries and pomegranate are rich in antioxidants, while CBD supports a calm, restorative experience.
Serve idea: Garnish with mint and serve chilled.
3. Tropical Turmeric CBD Tonic
Function: Inflammation support + hydration
Serves: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- 150 ml coconut water
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric (or fresh grated turmeric)
- Small piece of fresh ginger (grated)
- Juice of ½ lime
- Optional: CBD oil
Method:
- Add coconut water to a glass or shaker.
- Stir in turmeric, ginger and lime juice until well combined.
- Add ice and shake briefly (or stir well).
- Pour into a glass and add CBD oil if desired.
Why it works: Turmeric and ginger support inflammation balance, while coconut water helps hydration for a nourishing alcohol-free option.
4. Adaptogen Berry Spritz
Function: Stress support + resilience
Serves: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- Small handful of blueberries or blackberries
- ¼ tsp ashwagandha powder (low dose)
- Juice of ½ lime
- Elderflower tonic or sparkling water
- Optional: CBD oil
Method:
- Lightly muddle the berries in a glass.
- Stir in lime juice and ashwagandha powder.
- Add ice.
- Top with elderflower tonic or sparkling water.
- Add CBD oil if desired and stir gently.
Why it works: Berries are packed with antioxidants, while adaptogens like ashwagandha help the body adapt to stress for a gentle alternative to a glass of wine.
Serve idea: Lightly muddle berries, top with fizz and garnish with mint.
5. Focus & Clarity Citrus Tonic
Function: Mental clarity + gentle energy
Serves: 1 tall glass
Ingredients:
- 50 ml orange juice
- 50 ml grapefruit juice
- 100 ml chilled green tea
- Sparkling water
- 1 rosemary sprig
- Optional: CBD oil
Method:
- Add citrus juices and chilled green tea to a tall glass.
- Fill with ice.
- Top with sparkling water.
- Lightly bruise the rosemary sprig and add to the glass.
- Add CBD oil if desired.
Why it works: Citrus supports immunity, green tea offers gentle alertness, and rosemary has long been linked to memory and focus.
Serve idea: Serve tall with lightly bruised rosemary for aroma.
6. Sleep-Support Lavender Lemonade
Function: Evening calm + sleep preparation
Serves: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 100 ml very light lavender infusion (cooled)
- 1–2 tsp honey
- Still or lightly sparkling water
- Optional, but especially suited here: CBD oil
Method:
- Stir lemon juice and honey together until dissolved.
- Add the cooled lavender infusion.
- Top with still or lightly sparkling water.
- Add CBD oil if desired and stir gently.
Why it works: Lavender is traditionally used for relaxation, making this mocktail ideal for winding down without alcohol.
Serve idea: Enjoy chilled or slightly warm before bed.
7. Mineral Replenish Mocktail
Function: Hydration + muscle support
Serves: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- 150 ml coconut water
- Juice of ½ lime
- Pinch of sea salt
- Cucumber slices
- Sparkling water
- Optional: CBD oil
Method:
- Add coconut water, lime juice and sea salt to a glass.
- Stir well to dissolve.
- Add ice and cucumber slices.
- Top with sparkling water.
- Add CBD oil if desired.
Why it works: Coconut water and sea salt help replenish electrolytes, while cucumber adds freshness and hydration.
Serve idea: Serve over ice with cucumber ribbons.
8. Immune-support Herbal Cooler
Function: Immune balance + seasonal support
Serves: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- 100 ml chilled hibiscus tea
- 1–2 tsp rosehip syrup or infusion
- Strip of orange peel
- Sparkling water
- Optional: CBD oil
Method:
- Pour hibiscus tea and rosehip syrup into a glass.
- Add ice.
- Top with sparkling water.
- Add orange peel and CBD oil if desired.
Why it works: Hibiscus and rosehip are naturally rich in vitamin C and antioxidants – bright, tangy and refreshing.
9. Gut-friendly Ginger & Cinnamon Fizz
Function: Digestive support
Serves: 1 glass
Ingredients:
- 20ml of lemon juice
- 10ml of ginger juice
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- Sparkling water
- Ceylon cinnamon powder
- Optional: CBD oil
Method:
- Add lemon juice, ginger juice and apple cider vinegar to a glass.
- Fill with ice.
- Top with sparkling water and ceylon cinnamon powder and stir gently.
- Add cinnamon stick and CBD oil if desired.
Why it works: Ginger and apple cider vinegar support digestion, while cinnamon adds warmth and balance, making this mocktail ideal after meals.
Serve idea: Serve chilled with a cinnamon stick stirrer.
Why add CBD to your mocktails?
CBD can be a natural addition to functional mocktails, helping support:
- Calm and relaxation
- Balance during Dry January
- A more mindful drinking ritual
CBD pairs well with herbs, citrus and botanicals, making it an easy optional add-in for alcohol-free drinks.
A more mindful way to do Dry January
Dry January doesn’t have to be about restriction. These functional mocktail recipes are designed to help you enjoy the ritual of a drink (without alcohol) while supporting your wellbeing.
Whether you’re looking for calm evenings, digestive balance or immune support, there’s a mocktail here to suit every moment.
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