Looking for a refreshing, festive drink that’s both delicious and nourishing? This Minty Green Kombucha Smash Mocktail is a vibrant addition to your holiday gatherings! With the brightness of pineapple, the earthiness of greens, and a fizzy kombucha twist, this mocktail is the perfect way to celebrate the season with a wholesome choice.
Why Mocktails Are a Great Choice for the Holidays
Mocktails are becoming a holiday staple—and for good reason! Here’s why they’re worth adding to your festive table:
1. Keeps You Hydrated – Between holiday feasts and busy schedules, it’s easy to get dehydrated. Mocktails like this Minty Green Kombucha Smash are made with hydrating ingredients like coconut water, which provides natural electrolytes to keep you feeling refreshed and energized.
2. Supports Wellness – Packed with nutrients from spinach, pineapple, and green apple, this mocktail isn’t just delicious—it also provides vitamins and antioxidants to help support your immune system during a season when it often needs a little boost.
3. Offers a Balanced Alternative – For those looking to moderate their alcohol intake, mocktails offer a festive option that’s both satisfying and alcohol-free. This kombucha-based mocktail still gives that bubbly, celebratory feel without the potential for dehydration or next-day sluggishness, making it perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 ½ cups spinach
- 1 green apple
- ¾ cup coconut water
- 9oz of kombucha of your choice (ginger or original flavors work especially well)
- 3-4 sprigs of fresh mint (for garnish)
Directions
- Add the pineapple, spinach, green apple, and mint to a juicer (or high speed blender!), adding the coconut water last. Set aside the green juice.
- Fill glasses with ice, and pour about 3 oz of kombucha into each glass for a festive fizz.
- Slowly pour the green juice over the kombucha, letting the colors mix for a layered look.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint, serve cold, and enjoy!
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