Whiskey Sour Mocktail with Ritual Zero Proof

We recently discovered these Ritual Zero Proof liquor alternatives and have enjoyed having them on hand to make mocktails during dry January or times when we just don’t want alcohol.

Where I Discovered the brand Ritual

I saw Mascha from Nomadista Nutrition, a fellow Registered Dietitian, share her love of Ritual Non-Alcoholic Beverages on Instagram and it peaked my interest.

I ordered a bottle of the Whiskey Alternative back in November of last year because Dan loves whiskey and I enjoy a whiskey sour every now and then. Plus I knew we were going to be participating in Dry January and thought it would be a fun way to jazz up mocktails.

My Initial Thoughts on a Whiskey Alternative

The team at Ritual Zero Proof did a great job on their brand. The packaging, bottles, and labels are fantastic. They look like a real bottle of alcohol. The bottle are heavy and when you pull the cork out of the bottle you immediately smell the notable scents of what real whiskey smells like. The deep caramel color and notes of oak make this alcohol replacement the real deal.

Dan tried some just simply over ice (the way he typically drinks his whiskey) and said that it doesn’t pass for the real deal but it’s enjoyable none the less.

In cocktails however is where we really felt like it shined. It mixes well with the flavors you would typically use in a whiskey based cocktail – orange, bitters, lemon, simple syrup, etc.

They also sell a Tequila and Gin alternative that I’m excited to try next.

Whiskey Sour Mocktail

This was our favorite way to enjoy Ritual Whiskey Alternative – a whiskey sour mocktail.

Only 3 ingredients needed – whiskey alternative, simple syrup and fresh lemon juice. The cherry is an optional garnish or even a lemon peel would be a nice touch.

If you’ve never made a simple syrup, it’s easy and works great in many cocktails and/or cocktails. Simply place 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a small saucepan. Over medium heat, stir until the sugar is dissolved into the water. Let cool and then store leftover in fridge.

Print Pin

Whiskey Sour Mocktail

A great alcohol free version of a classic Whiskey Sour.

Course beverage, mocktail

Cuisine American

Keyword mocktail, whiskey

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Servings 1 drink

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Ritual Whiskey Alternative
• 1 ounce Simple Syrup
• 1 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice
• Optional Garnish – Cherry or Thin slice of Lemon Peel

Instructions

• Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add Whiskey Alternative, Simple Syrup and Lemon Juice
• Shake until well mixed (about 15-20 seconds) and strain into rocks glass with ice. Garnish with cherry or lemon peel if desired.

Notes

We love this Ritual Zero Proof Whiskey Alternative.

 

To make simple syrup – place 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water over medium heat in a saucepan. Stir until sugar dissolves. Let cool. 

Where To Buy

I purchased mine right from the Ritual website.

However, they are also available at some Total Wines.