Delightful summer mocktails to put in rotation

Where are my mocktail people?!

I have an arsenal of summer mocktails I absolutely love to make with elixirs, sparkling waters, lime, a tajin or salted rim. You know how I roll.

In addition to just “winging” it with my mocktails and flinging a few things into a glass, I’ve been inspired by creating some intentional flavors — heavy on the fruity, citrus, and unbelievably refreshing notes.

And, make no mistake: I DO have a magic ingredient that really takes mocktails to the next mega level: FOCL flavored CBD drops.

Put a dropper-full in your mocktail — and you get a double-down on flavor and chill factor. Not only do you have a dreamy, delicious cocktail, the CBD drops promote calm centeredness and relaxation.

And FOCL just released a brand-new flavor in time for summer: WATERMELON BASIL. I dare you to tell me two things more summer than that. Even better? You can buy one get one 75% off with code: JENBOGO

You can always use my code JEN20 if you’re not taking advantage of the BOGO!

Cheers to all this goodness!

Watermelon Basil Summer Cooler

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh watermelon cubes (seedless)
  • 6-8 fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 dropper FOCL Watermelon Basil CBD Drops
  • Ice cubes
  • Sparkling water or soda water
  • Watermelon wedges and basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, muddle the watermelon cubes and basil leaves until well mashed.
  • Add the lime juice, CBD and honey (or simple syrup) to the shaker.
  • Fill the shaker with ice cubes, close tightly, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to combine the flavors and chill the ingredients.
  • Strain the mixture into a serving glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  • Top off the glass with sparkling water or soda water.
  • Stir gently to combine the liquids.
  • Garnish with a small watermelon wedge and a fresh basil leaf.
  • Serve chilled and enjoy!

 

Sparkling Limoncello Mocktail

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Simple Syrup
  • 2 shots Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 3 fl oz Sparkling Water
  • 1 dropper FOCL CItrus CBD Drops
  • Ice
  • 1 sprig of mint for garnish (optional)
  • 1-2 slices lemon for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Add Simple Syrup and Lemon Juice to a serving glass. Top with sparkling water and CBD Drops.
  • Add the ice cubes. Stir.
  • Add garnish, serve.

 

Mocktail Mule

Ingredients

  • 4 Fresh mint sprigs (muddled)
  • 1/2 oz Lime juice
  • 1/2 oz Simple syrup (optional)
  • 1 dropper FOCL Mint CBD Drops
  • 4 oz Ginger beer
  • Copper mug (optional)

Instructions

  • Gently muddle (mash) the mint sprigs in the bottom of the mug using a cocktail muddler or wooden spoon.
  • Add the lime juice, simple syrup and CBD. Stir to combine.
  • Add ice and the ginger beer and stir gently. Garnish with lime and mint.

 

Orange Green Tea Sparkler

Ingredients

  • 1 green tea bag, or the equivalent in loose tea
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 dropper FOCL Orange Cream CBD Drops
  • 1 orange wedge for serving
  • Sparkling water

Instructions

  • Boil a kettle of water and put the tea bag in a mug. Pour 8 ounces of boiling water over the tea and stir in the honey.
  • Taste and add more honey if you like, but remember you’ll be adding orange juice later.
  • Allow the tea to steep at room temperature until cool.
  • Fill an 8-ounce glass with ice and add 1/2 cup of the tea, the orange juice and an orange wedge. Add CBD Drops.
  • Top up with sparkling water, stir gently, and serve.

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Remember: FOCL’s premium hemp is grown in the U.S., using organic farming practices. This means all products are made with organic ingredients, have no GMO, pesticides or herbicides, and all products are third-party tested.

Shop the FOCL goods and use code JEN20 to save 20%!

Cheers to these mocktail recipes that come with a secret kick

img_8616-2I did dry-ish January and I felt so good doing it. But you know I love a good cocktail, so I put some mocktails in high rotation and I didn’t miss a thing.

But, I have been packing my mocktails with a punch — a teeny secret ingredient that is literally good for your body. FOCL CBD drops.

They are a zen-creating calming thing that’s good for anything: stress, anxiety, insomnia, inflammation, the list goes on.

CBD calms the nervous system, so it’s a healthy way to take the edge off without turning to alcohol. So all four of these drinks feature the highest quality MCT oil, mixed with premium hemp CBD, which may help you to:

  • Relax and recover
  • Calm your mind
  • Ease everyday stressors
  • Fall asleep quicker
  • FEEL AMAZING

Cheers to that! Load up on FOCL products and save 20% using code: CHEERS

 

focl-mocktails-5b-crop_dc3b4597-1965-4a14-91c1-c6b5ef5ca577Citrus Mule

Citrusy and ginger-y, this one is soooo damn good. It’s on repeat at my house, and I love the add zing from the Citrus CBD drops.

Recipe:

  • Fill your glass with ice
  • Add 3 oz pineapple juice, 2 oz orange juice, and ½ oz lime juice
  • Add 1 dropper-full of FOCL Full Spectrum Citrus CBD Drops
  • Top with 3 oz of ginger beer

Optional: Try mixing and serving in a copper mug for extra appeal – everyone loves a fun drink in a fun glass! 

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Spicy Jalapeño Margarita

You know how much I love spicy — and this marg has it going on.

Recipe:

  • Rub a slice of lime around the rim of your glass and dip in salt
  • Fill your glass with ice
  • Add 4 slices of jalapeño
  • Pour 1/2 a cup of orange juice and ¼ cup lime juice
  • Add 1 dropper-full of FOCL Full Spectrum Natural CBD Drops

Optional: Top off with sparkling water and/or pomegranate seeds to jazz things up.

focl-mocktails-4-crop_f63a3c45-3037-432b-9ecc-d09ef440c06bCBD Sangria

This orange-cream fusion is so perfect for summer — and for entertaining. Make use of whatever fruit you have and relax.

Recipe:

  • Cut up fruit you would like to use (we love apples, oranges, and blueberries) and place in a pitcher
  • Fill your pitcher with ice
  • Add 1 cup sparkling water, the juice of 1 lemon, ¾ cup apple juice, 1 cup orange juice, and 3 cups cranberry-pomegranate juice
  • Add 1 dropper-full of FOCL Full Spectrum Orange Cream CBD Drops 
  • Stir and enjoy!

focl-mocktails-3b-cropCucumber Cooler

For anyone who always orders a mint julep or a mojito, this cucumber lime mint mocktail is your ticket to cool, calm, and collected.

Recipe:

  • Add ¼ cup of fresh sliced cucumber and 1 tablespoon of fresh mint to the bottom of your glass
  • Add 2 oz of water and muddle the cucumber and mint with the back of a spoon
  • Add 1 dropper-full of FOCL Full Spectrum Mint CBD Drops
  • Fill the glass with ice
  • Add ½ cup of limeade and top with ½ cup of sparkling water
  • Garnish with cucumber and mint!

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Remember: FOCL’s premium hemp is grown in the U.S., using organic farming practices. This means all products are made with organic ingredients, have no GMO, pesticides or herbicides, and all products are third-party tested.

Shop the FOCL goods and use code CHEERS to save 20%!