Just a few years ago, I was facing my first Christmas season sober. Thankfully, I had most of the year to prepare, bracing myself to be surrounded by my favourite cocktails, and unable to enjoy them. Anyone who is a Mommy out there will know what I mean—it's not easy when you can't have something you really want.
As the event day arrived, I found I was really looking forward to it. I was definitely in the Christmas spirit as I made my way around the room, chatting with friends and acquaintances. The evening was wonderful, but I couldn't help but notice the fact that there wasn't any variety to the non-alcoholic drinks.
Picture the scene: a room outfitted beautifully in Christmas decorations, food that was obviously lovingly thought out and prepared, festive music playing in the background at just the right level to allow conversation, a fully stocked bar (complete with a bartender) . . . and a choice of tap water, coffee, and juice for the children.
It was much like the scenes we see in movies and on TV—everyone seemed to be having a good time, and yet I wasn't feeling it. There's nothing like elbowing between kids to snatch the last plastic cup, to make a gal feel welcome.
Looking around the room again, I began to notice other people who weren't drinking the vast array of alcoholic beverages. Pregnant women, designated drivers, and folks who just weren't in the mood, had very little choice available.
In my typical style, I vowed to myself that I'd write a book jammed with delicious Mocktail recipes to help people who aren't drinking feel special. I took my time testing out recipes this past year—my kitchen covered with ingredients, and the kids on the block now referring to me as "The Crazy Mocktail Mom," after one too many taste-testing sessions.
The result speaks for itself—Mocktails & More has officially been published. I am proud to offer everyone more choices when it comes to Holiday Drink Recipes that are non-alcoholic.
Mocktails & More is the ultimate survival handbook for the hectic Holiday Season!
With Mocktails & More, I'm sharing my favourite 24 Christmas Mocktail recipes, each displayed with professional photography and tidbits of inspiration delivered in my humorous style.
And if this wasn't enough, I decided to step out of the box and invite Molson Coors Canada to come on board, providing tips for making responsible choices over the holidays. Molson Coors Canada’s brewmasters have reviewed my recipes and modified a select few to present Cocktail alternatives.
Whether you're looking for unique Christmas Mocktail recipes for yourself or as a gift for someone on your list, Mocktails & More is a fantastic choice.
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