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The Must-Have Mocktail Ingredients for Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
There’s nothing quite like a fancy drink to perk up an evening, even if you’re just binge-watching reality TV on the couch. But sometimes, it’s not worth the hangover. Enter the mocktail. Booze-free beverages have gone beyond the Shirley Temple to become downright tempting drinks in their own right.
Building a mocktail that rivals traditional tipples starts with a base of high-quality, flavorful ingredients. Here are the best non-alcoholic cocktail ingredients to add to your mocktail minibar.
Spindrift Sparkling Water (price varies), on Amazon
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Spindrift is a mocktail mixologist’s best friend. The slightly sweet sparkling beverage has no weird ingredients, just carbonated water and fruit juice. And it comes in a range of flavors that would enhance any virgin drink. Make a killer booze-free Arnold Palmer with Spindrift Half & Half (24 for $17.97), or swap out bitter Campari for Spindrift Cranberry Raspberry (24 for $23.74) for a zero-ABV Americano.Try It
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Want to give your mocktails an herbaceous kick? Monk’s got you covered with its CBD-infused drinking botanicals. Made with responsibly sourced fruits, spices, and herbs, these 8-ounce elixirs can be mixed into a relaxation-inducing virgin cocktail or served on their own. The sampler includes tantalizing flavors like ginger maple shrub, turmeric lemon, and grapefruit cayenne. Pour them over crushed ice in a sugar-rimmed glass, sip, and enjoy.Try It
Aunt Lucy’s Hot Toddy Mix, $14.95 on Amazon
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Even though a warm, spiced drink can take the edge off a cold, alcohol can ultimately make you feel worse. Instead, skip the scotch and ward off uncomfortable symptoms with Aunt Lucy’s Hot Toddy Mix. The mocktail mix is a blend of honey, lemon, and cinnamon in an instant powder that dissolves in hot water to form a soothing sipper. Take that, sniffles!Try It
Rich Simple Syrup Collection, $34 on Blank Slate Kitchen
Blank Slate Kitchen
Want to make your mocktails taste every bit as flavorful as a boozy beverage? Pick up this simple syrup collection from Blank Slate Kitchen, a Brooklyn-based company founded by chef Alex Sorenson. The bird’s eye chili syrup is excellent for virgin spicy margaritas or a zesty lemonade when mixed with citrus and seltzer. The palm sugar syrup also makes a fine substitution for rum in a virgin daiquiri or mojito—you’ll never even miss the alcohol.Try It
Spirdust, $10.88 on Amazon
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Mocktails shouldn’t just appeal to your palate—they should also be a feast for the eyes. Enter Spirdust, edible shimmer powder you can add to drinks to make them sparkle. The sparkles come in 17 colors, so you can find the perfect shade for any libation. Just a pinch or two of Spirdust will make your virgin drinks twinkle and swirl like the night sky.Try It
Maple Cocktail Pairing Collection, $19.95 on Runamok Maple
Runamok Maple
Looking for a way to make your mocktails more multidimensional? Add a splash of rich, barrel-aged maple syrup from the Runamok Cocktail Collection. Each bottle of maple syrup is infused with a different flavor, such as hibiscus, ginger, or jasmine tea. The syrup can add depth and smoky sweetness to a virgin Bloody Mary, hot toddy, or mai tai. Plus, you can feel good knowing that each syrup is 100 percent organic.Try It
Belvoir Fruit Farms Elderflower Cordial, $11.99 on Amazon
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Think you need to give up your favorite floral flavors when you’re abstaining from alcohol? Think again—Belvoir Fruit Farms Elderflower Cordial can add that delicate blossom taste typically found in elderflower liqueur to any mocktail. Try it in a virgin martini, gimlet, or strawberry sparkler. Bonus points if you garnish the glass with edible flowers.Try It
Seedlip Distilled Non-Alcoholic Botanical Spirit Trio, $54.99 on Amazon
The original non-alcoholic spirits are now available in a sampler pack so you can try even more mocktails of your own.
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11 Soufflés Perfect for an Elegant (but Effortless) Dinner
Incredibly simple and versatile, soufflés are a great secret weapon to keep in your back pocket when you want a quick and delicious dinner or dessert option any time of year (though they naturally lend themselves to romantic occasions, like Valentine’s Day). They seem fancy and maybe fussy, but they’re really just delightful. If you’re still afraid of soufflés, just keep these tips and tricks in mind:
1. Don’t over-whip your egg whites. Yes, you want billowy clouds, but they should still be moist and soft. To help them achieve those lofty peaks, make sure there’s not a trace of fat (butter, egg yolk, etc.) in the bowl with them.
2. Use a light touch when folding in the whipped egg whites so they stay fluffy.
3. Don’t open the oven door during baking, no matter how tempting it is!
4. Use a parchment or aluminum foil “collar” to help the souffle rise up above its baking dish if you like.
5. Above all, don’t stress, and know that even the airiest soufflé will deflate as it cools—and will still taste delicious!
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Individually portioned souffles are classic, and so are these simple ramekins for baking and serving them.
Pair your savory soufflé with a simple salad or any vegetable side and you’ve got a protein-filled dinner that you can make with whatever you find in the fridge (as long as you’ve got a few eggs). The sweet versions can stand alone, or be accompanied with fresh whipped cream and a fruit sauce or fresh berries. Check out these 11 soufflé recipes for an elegant and easy meal you can have on the table in almost no time.
1. Leek and Feta Cheese Soufflé
Viktoria’s Table
Dusting the ramekins with grated parmesan makes these soufflés extra special, but the blend of sweet leeks and sharp feta is stellar to begin with. Make the leeks ahead of time and these will come together even quicker. Get the Leek and Feta Cheese Soufflé recipe.
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2. Cheddar and Chive Potato Soufflé
Marcus Nilsson/Real Simple
Forget basic mashed potatoes—fluffy, egg-enriched potato soufflé is the way to go (sweet potato soufflé is great too). Loaded with cheddar cheese and fresh chives, this is an amazing side dish that pairs well with any grilled or roasted meat, or simply a green salad, sharply dressed. Get the Cheddar and Chive Potato Soufflé recipe.
3. Jack Cheese and Grits Soufflé
Chowhound
This is an easy soufflé recipe that you can have for breakfast, lunch, or dinner (try adding green chilies, avocado, and cilantro for a full southwestern soufflé). Grits lend texture, and whole eggs mean there’s no whipping whites involved, but these unconventional soufflés still puff up in golden clouds. Use any sharp, aged cheese you like to switch up the flavor. Get our Jack Cheese and Grits Soufflé recipe.
4. Cajun Soufflé
Jon Melendez
Creole seasoning, andouille sausage, and sauteed bell peppers and onions give this large-format souffle a kick, just as welcome at brunch as at dinner. Feel free to cook it in individual ramekins if you prefer. Get the Cajun Soufflé recipe.
5. Roasted Cauliflower and Goat Cheese Soufflé
Striped Spatula
This light and creamy vegetarian soufflé starts with a classic béchamel and whipped egg white base, but adds roasted cauliflower and goat cheese for a tasty twist. Get the Roasted Cauliflower and Goat Cheese Soufflé recipe.
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6. Havarti Soufflé with Scallions and Dill
Christopher Testani/Country Living
Havarti, scallions, and dill give this soufflé a Nordic nuance. Make this recipe in one large soufflé dish or several smaller ramekins—and you can throw in any vegetables you have on hand, like roasted bell peppers or broccoli, to make it more substantial. Maybe even a little flaked smoked salmon… Get the Havarti Soufflé with Scallions and Dill recipe.
7. Vegan Spinach Artichoke Soufflé
Clean Green Simple
Okay, so soufflé without eggs is a little tricky. You can try substituting aquafaba (as in this vegan chocolate soufflé recipe), but another option is to simply evoke the look and feel of a souffle using a pretty nifty pastry trick. Make an airy croissant-inspired vegan and gluten-free dough, then wrap it around a blend of artichoke hearts, onion, garlic, spinach, bell pepper, and firm tofu, with nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor. Bake until it’s puffed and golden, and dig in. Get the Vegan Spinach Artichoke Soufflé recipe.
8. Clean Eating Pea and Ricotta Soufflé
Skinny Ms.
Just as you can use different types of cheese in cheesecake, soufflés welcome all kinds too. This light and fluffy ricotta-based soufflé brings sweet green peas into the mix, for a healthy but still satisfying rendition of a classic that’s full of fresh flavor. Get the Pea and Ricotta Soufflé recipe.
9. Raspberry Soufflé
A Beautiful Plate
Dessert versions of soufflé are just as adaptable as the savory sort. Fresh raspberries lend sweet-tart flavor and a naturally rosy hue to these treats. In an inversion of the classic chocolate-soufflé-with-raspberry-coulis pairing, try topping these with bittersweet chocolate sauce. Get the Raspberry Soufflé recipe.
10. Meyer Lemon Soufflé
Little Ferraro Kitchen
Slightly less fruity, more floral, and with their own natural zing, Meyer lemon soufflés shine like warm winter sun. (When Meyer lemons aren’t in season, try this recipe with regular lemons, but know that you might need a bit more sugar.) A simple dusting of confectioner’s sugar is all this light, bright, lovely dessert needs—except for a spoon, of course. Get the Meyer Lemon Soufflé recipe.
11. Chocolate Soufflé
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Okay, we can’t resist the classic. Try a milk chocolate soufflé if you want something a little different, but if you’re a dark chocolate lover, this one’s for you. Get our Chocolate Soufflé recipe.
Related Video: It’s Easier Than You Think to Make a Soufflé
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This post was originally published on August 7, 2015 and was updated with new images, links, and text on February 1, 2019.
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Step Aside, Scotland (and Japan)—Indian Whisky Is Having a Moment
India is one of the latest, and arguably greatest, countries to throw its hat in the ring where world-renowned whisky is concerned. This may come as a surprise for many reasons; for starters, the climate of Scotland versus that of India is brought to mind, but not the least of which is the fact that most of India’s whisky doesn’t count as whisky by worldwide standards. That has changed in the last decade, give or take, with the genesis of Indian Single Malt, with producers and products skipping right to the front of the “World’s Best” lines.
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To “E” or Not to “E”
So that nobody’s eyes get crossed by multiple spellings in one article, note that both “whisky” and “whiskey” are correct spellings for the same thing. As an imperfect rule to remember by, a majority of the time if the country has an “e” in its name, so usually does its whisky. United States and Ireland therefore have “whiskey,” where Scotland, Canada, Japan, and India have “whisky.” Since this is about Indian whisky, we’ll drop the “e” out of respect, except when referenced in relation to a particular country.
What Is the Difference Between Whisky and Indian Whisky?
Whisky is, by definition, “a type of alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash.” India would, in fact, lay claim to eight of the 10 best-selling whiskies worldwide, were it not for the fact that what is generally called whisky in India doesn’t qualify elsewhere. A majority of India’s whiskies are made as blends between distillates made from fermented molasses (similar to rum) and a smaller portion of distillates made from grain.
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When/Where Does Indian Single Malt Come In?
In 2004, Amrut, a longstanding producer of traditional Indian whisky based in Bangalore, released a single malt because of an excess of a barley malt distillate that had been aging longer than that which was traditionally used in the blend for typical Indian whisky. The resulting single malt, simply named “Amrut,” caught the attention of Jim Murray, publisher of the yearly Whisky Bible, who gave it a favorable score in 2005. While single malt was not a popular style in India itself, an opportunity to enter the premium market through export was identified, and Amrut continued to experiment with distillation and aging techniques to produce other styles of single malts, many of which have attracted attention on the world stage. A few other producers were soon to follow.
How Has Indian Single Malt Become So Distinctive?
Improbably, it is the very climate of India that has allowed its single malts to compete so quickly with more long-standing Scotch whiskies. It is estimated that 12 percent of the distillate for Indian Single Malt evaporates in the cask each year during aging, a rate six times higher than that in Scotland, due to India’s hot, dry climate. The results are single malts that drink like whiskies six times their age, for a taste akin to an 18-year Scotch whisky, with only a three-year-old Indian Single Malt price tag. The worldwide whisky and spirit ranking operations were quick to sit up straight and take note, with distinctions not only coming from Whisky Bible, but also Whisky Advocate, and the World Whiskies Awards.
So Where Can I Find Some?
Because a majority of India’s Single Malts are exported, you should be able to find samples wherever high end spirits are sold. Brands to look out for currently include Amrut, Paul John, and Rampur, with an expectation that other brands are soon to enter the market.
The Future of World Whisky
There was a time not that long ago when the average drinker could count on one hand the number of countries of the world who were well-known for whisky, with or without the “e.” Scotland, with its smoky, peaty selections; Ireland, with its smooth, thrice-distilled whiskies; the U.S., with its sweet bourbons and spicy ryes; and Canada, with really polite, friendly selections. The big four had a firm hold on the market for what seemed like basically forever, with no notion that that world was about to change. Now Japan holds the number three spot, and around 20 countries worldwide lay claim to whisky production: in addition to India, newcomers to note also include Australia, New Zealand, and Sweden. For connoisseurs of the bold, brown spirits, it’s a great time to be alive.
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