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⁠Summer Mocktails: Miami’s Must-Try Drinks

⁠From coastal elegance to tropical twists, Miami has it all.
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⁠Summer Mocktails: Miami’s Must-Try Drinks

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Miami’s culinary scene is turning up the flavor with an array of innovative and refreshing mocktails, perfect for warm summer days. From Japanese elegance to Mediterranean inspiration, here’s a roundup of Miami’s most exciting alcohol-free beverages, offering something for everyone’s taste.

Makoto's Elegant and Refreshing Mocktails.
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Makoto: Japanese Elegance in Every Sip

Highlighted Mocktails:

  • Melon Breeze: A refreshing blend of melon, lemongrass, and shiso.
  • Makoto Passion: Passionfruit, mint, and lemon come together for a zesty experience.
  • Amalfi Spritz: Lyre’s Italian Spritz paired with blood orange, grapefruit bitters, and soda.
  • Matcha Fizz: Green tea matcha soda enhanced with mint and lemon.

At the esteemed Makoto in Bal Harbour, mocktails are as vibrant as the summer season. These visually stunning drinks are crafted with seasonal ingredients to enhance the dining experience.

Aba Miami's Mediterranean-Inspired Mocktails.
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Aba Miami: Mediterranean Escapes in a Glass

Highlighted Mocktails:

  • Pomegranate Backsplash: Pomegranate grenadine, cold-pressed orange, and Sicilian lemonade.
  • Faux-loma: Homemade pineapple fresno cordial, lemon, and Greek grapefruit soda.
  • Comment Section: Coconut, strawberry, pineapple, and lemon create a tropical treat.

Aba Miami offers mocktails that evoke the coastal charm of the Mediterranean, providing a refreshing accompaniment to its culinary delights.

The Hampton Social's Coastal Mocktails.
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The Hampton Social: Nautical-Themed Indulgence

Highlighted Mocktails:

  • Sparkling Rosé: A zero-proof sparkling rosé, perfect for an alcohol-free toast.
  • Pom & Pepper: Non-alcoholic rosé paired with pomegranate, black pepper, and lemon.
  • The Lighthouse: A refreshing option for summer evenings.
  • Gingerly Thymed: Ginger and thyme come together for a unique flavor.

This Brickell hotspot combines coastal-inspired cuisine with creative mocktails in a breezy, nautical setting.

Beauty & the Butcher's Sophisticated Mocktails.
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Beauty & the Butcher: Sophistication in Every Sip

Highlighted Mocktails:

  • Skinny Hinny: Seedlip Spice, sour mint cordial, ginger beer, and watermelon.
  • Flor y Pepe: Lyre's Agave Blanco, elderflower, cucumber, and lemon.

Beauty & the Butcher crafts mocktails that balance bold flavors with refreshing, alcohol-free sophistication.

Steak 954's Tropical Elegant Mocktails.

Steak 954: Classic Elegance Meets Tropical Flavors

Highlighted Mocktails:

  • Lavender Lemonade: Lemonade infused with lavender syrup, fresh blueberries, and egg white.
  • Cai Tai: Orange, pineapple, lemon juices, raspberry orgeat, Angostura bitters, and ginger beer.

These drinks provide a flavorful pairing to Steak 954’s upscale dining experience.

Joia Beach's Refreshing Waterfront Mocktail.

Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club: A Refreshing Beachfront Treat

Highlighted Mocktail:

  • The Dirty Lemonade: Lemon juice, activated charcoal, rosemary honey, and soda water.

Joia Beach’s serene waterfront ambiance pairs perfectly with this invigorating mocktail, ideal for a healthy start to the year.

Rocco’s Tacos’ Flavorful Mexican Mocktails.

Rocco’s Tacos: Vibrant Mexican Flavors

Highlighted Mocktails:

  • Mockarita: Zero Ritual tequila alternative with house sour mix.
  • Mulecumber: Classic tonic mixed with basil, cucumber, house sour mix, and ginger beer.

Rocco’s Tacos offers a dynamic setting and mocktails that pack a flavorful punch.

Casadonna’s Coastal-Inspired Italian Mocktails.
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Casadonna: Italian Coastal Charm

Highlighted Mocktail:

  • Donna d’Oro: Almave Blue Agave Spirit Amber paired with pineapple and lemon.

Located in Edgewater, Casadonna’s mocktails complement the picturesque views of Biscayne Bay, making it a delightful destination.