Lychee Mocktail (with Nonalcoholic Gin)

Name: Lychee Mocktail With Non-Alcoholic Gin
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: East Asian
Ingredients: 60 mL lychee syrup (2 fl oz (see recipe notes)); ½ lime; 2 - 3 lychees (canned and drained, OR fresh lychee (optional)); 60 mL non-alcoholic gin (2 fl oz, I use HP juniper classic NA gin); Soda water or tonic (to top up ); Ice to mix and serve (to serve); Extra lime wedges or lime slices (to garnish); Few extra lychees (to garnish)

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A floral and earthy lychee mocktail made with non-alcoholic gin, fresh lime, and lychee syrup that comes together in minutes. This alcohol-free sipping drink works any time of day and requires no special skills to assemble.

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Total

20 min

Servings

1

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Ingredients

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60 mL lychee syrup (2 fl oz (see recipe notes))
½ lime
2 - 3 lychees (canned and drained, OR fresh lychee (optional))optional
60 mL non-alcoholic gin (2 fl oz, I use HP juniper classic NA gin)
Soda water or tonic (to top up )
Ice to mix and serve (to serve)
Extra lime wedges or lime slices (to garnish)
Few extra lychees (to garnish)

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Instructions

1
In a cocktail mixer, place the lime wedges and muddle to release the juices. Make sure they are muddled very well.
2
Add the lychee (fresh or canned), if using, and muddle the lychee along with the lime.
3
Pour in the lychee syrup and the non-alcoholic gin, and stir to mix.
4
Add a generous amount of ice, and either stir or shake the cocktail to mix the ingredients.
5
Using a strainer, strain the mixture into a lowball glass. Add ice if you like.
6
Top up with soda or tonic (for a twist on gin and tonic). Garnish with lime wedges or slices, and lychee. Serve.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Muddle lime and lychee thoroughly to release maximum juice and flavor before adding syrup and gin.
Use fresh ice and top with soda or tonic last to preserve carbonation and keep the drink refreshingly cold.
Strain the mixture into a clean glass to remove pulp and muddled solids for a smooth, polished presentation.
Chill your glassware beforehand to extend the drink's cold temperature without over-diluting.

Substitutions

Lychee syrup → homemade lychee syrup (adjust sweetness to taste)
Non-alcoholic gin → non-alcoholic rum or botanical NA spirit (maintains similar flavor profile)
Fresh lychee → canned lychee drained (convenience alternative with consistent flavor)
Soda water → tonic water (adds quinine bitterness for gin-and-tonic variation)

Storage & make-ahead

Best consumed immediately after assembly. Pre-mix syrup, gin, and lime juice up to 2 hours ahead; add ice and soda water just before serving.

Equipment

cocktail shaker or mixing glass · muddler · cocktail strainer

Common Questions

Can I make this mocktail ahead of time?

Mix the lychee syrup, non-alcoholic gin, and lime juice up to 2 hours ahead. Add ice, soda water, and garnish just before serving to keep the drink chilled and carbonated.

What's the difference between using canned and fresh lychees?

Fresh lychees add a crisper texture and subtle sweetness; canned offer convenience and consistent flavor. Both muddle similarly and work well in this recipe.

Can I substitute the non-alcoholic gin?

Yes. Use non-alcoholic rum, vodka, or a botanical NA spirit. Adjust slightly based on the spirit's flavor profile to maintain balance with the lychee syrup.

Should I use soda water or tonic?

Soda water keeps the drink light and floral; tonic adds quinine bitterness for a gin-and-tonic twist. Choose based on your flavor preference.

How do I scale this recipe for a crowd?

Multiply all ingredients by the number of servings needed. Muddle lychees and lime in batches, or prepare a large pitcher with syrup, gin, and lime juice, then top each glass with ice, soda, and garnish.