Beverages

Looking for a signature party drink? Make your own lemon-thyme syrup and pair with mineral water and either vodka or Chardonnay.

We use nondairy milk — try hempseed, almond, or cashew milk — in our spicy nog mocktail.

If you want to spike this winter mocktail, substitute red wine for half of the apple cider or pour a little brandy into individual servings.

Try energy-boosting maca in your dirty chai instead of espresso.

Prepare this wine-free recipe the night before serving so the fruit flavors can meld.

We use a spice-infused tea — not whiskey — as the base for this winter mocktail.

Use regular or dairy-free milk in this minty cup of cocoa.

This flavored water combines natural diuretics and detoxifying ingredients in one delicious glass, providing a great way to beat the bloat.

Often made with various kinds of dairy or nondairy milks, kefir can also be easily made from water or coconut water. This recipe is adapted from www.culturesforhealth.com, which is also a good source for kefir grains.

Kombucha is a tasty probiotic drink. You can also make this with black tea (but not flavored or decaf tea), fruit juices, and chopped fresh fruit and herbs.

Use these syrups and bitters to flavor your mocktails, or make your own refreshing soda by mixing them with fizzy water.

Rich and creamy, this drink is a nice alternative to traditional Black or White Russians.

For variety, try adding a few crushed juniper berries.

Conventional martinis are elegant, but all alcohol. This booze-free version is refreshing and packed with plenty of antioxidants.

Like your drinks tart? Use 100 percent cranberry juice instead of the pomegranate juice.