Food and Recipes Recipes Comfort and Joy Mocktail Be the first to rate & review! This cider-based mocktail is perfect for the holidays. By Chris Marshall Chris Marshall Instagram Website Chris Marshall is a leading expert in non-alcoholic drinks and equitable social experiences. In 2017, Marshall opened the first non-alcoholic bar in the country. His expert cocktail development has been showcased at festivals across the country, and he has been featured in Men's Health, USA Today, and Southern Living Magazine. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on November 8, 2021 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 1 Jump to recipe Unlike most mixologists, Austin bar owner Chris Marshall doesn't drink alcohol. But that doesn't mean he can't enjoy a great drink. "I always found that if you had something interesting in your glass, it took a lot of the pressure off at social events," he says. Everyone at the holiday party will love Marshall's zero-proof cocktails, like this Comfort and Joy Mocktail. Forget the spiked cider—this year, we're opting for something a touch more elegant. This mocktail mimics the warmth of a classic whiskey drink—hold the booze. With apple cider and non-alcoholic whiskey (like Ritual Zero Proof), this festive drink really channels the spirit of the season. Lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and brightened up with a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, this non-alcoholic drink simply brims with comfort and joy—hence the name. Since it does not contain any alcohol, this drink is extra-versatile: You can serve this fun mocktail warm or cold. Ingredients 1 cup unfiltered mulled apple cider 3 tablespoons (1½ oz.) nonalcoholic whiskey alternative (such as Ritual Zero Proof) 2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon) Ice (optional) Cinnamon stick or lemon wheel Directions To serve chilled: Combine cider, nonalcoholic whiskey, honey, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker filled with ice; shake vigorously until chilled, 30 seconds. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice; garnish with cinnamon stick or lemon wheel. To serve warm: Heat cider and honey in a small sauce-pan over medium-high until gently simmering, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and nonalcoholic whiskey. Transfer to a mug. Garnish with cinnamon stick or lemon wheel. Rate it Print