“Bura na maano Holi hai” (don’t feel bad it’s Holi) is all that you’re going to hear as the festival arrives in 2025. Nothing is as comforting as celebrating the festival with your friends and family, as you bond over lunch and toast to a few drinks. However, if you are planning sober Holi celebrations, here are a few low-alcohol and non-alcoholic options for Holi.
Non-Alcoholic Drinks Options For Holi
Lassi
Nothing can beat the heat like a chilled glass of lassi. The Indian summer drink is a favorite in many Indian households and is prepared not just during festivals but also on a hot, scorching day. This yogurt-based drink is easy to make and can be consumed by anyone, except if you are lactose intolerant. Lassi can be made in a variety of flavors by adding fruit pulps and extracts to it. Be it the famous mango lassi, pistachio lassi, pineapple lassi, or even chocolate lassi, there are endless options that you can choose from.
Mohabbat Ka Sharbat
Holi is about to get a lot more enticing, thanks to this pink drink that is a beloved one in many parts of the country. The Mohabbat Ka Sharbat translates to the ‘drink of love’ and rightfully so! With pieces of watermelon, roof afza syrup, rose essence, milk, and ice cubes, the drink comes together in a breeze. It is best recommended to make it fresh, especially for a large batch. Be it a Holi dance party, Holi lunch or just a hot summer afternoon, the Mohabbat Ka Sharbat will surely make you fall in love with the drink.
Milkshake
You possibly can’t ever go wrong with milkshakes, can you? They are easy to make and don’t require too many ingredients. Just a few favorite fruits of your choice and you have a healthy milkshake in no time. If you’re skipping alcohol during Holi, you can go the healthier route by pouring yourself a hearty glass of milkshake. Don’t worry, there are plenty of fruits and fruit combinations you can try to make the milkshake of your choice. We’re talking about classics like banana, mango, blueberry and raspberry, chikoo, strawberry, coconut and pineapple, mango and pineapple, among many others.
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Low-Alcohol Drink Options
Aperol Spritz
The first one on our list of low-alcohol drink options for Holi is none other than the classic Aperol Spritz. The bright orange-hued drink is a great cocktail if you don’t wish to go overboard with the alcohol. Just 3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol, a splash of soda, and an orange slice to garnish, and you have the most refreshing Aperol Spritz. The drink is a great way to light up your Holi parties and enjoy the festive atmosphere with zeal!
Lemon Shandy
A chilled refreshing beer is great, but a zesty lemonade with it is even better. With beer already being low on alcohol, the addition of lemonade only further dilutes the alcohol content. A lemon shandy seems like an impossible combination at first – after all, who would combine beer with a lemonade? But the results are better than what you’d expect. Simply pour equal parts lemonade and beer in a pint glass and serve it to your guests. Holi celebrations are about to be ten times more refreshing than ever.
Mojito
While Virgin Mojitos are great and make for a good non-alcoholic drink, the ‘dirtier’ versions aren’t much high on alcohol either. The Mojito is made with just a few ingredients: white rum, lime juice, simple syrup, soda water, and mint. Plus, it’s really easy to make, so you need not worry about making a huge mess or spending hours in the kitchen while the Holi party outside is in full rage.
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Summing Up
India will celebrate the festival of colors on the 13th and 14th of March 2025. Holi can be enjoyed without getting too unsobered on alcohol. However, with these low-alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks options for Holi, your celebrations are about to be much more fun. So, when are you trying out these drink options?
FAQs
Is Mojito Very Alcoholic?
No, a mojito isn’t a very alcoholic drink. If made with an 80-proof rum, the alcohol content is usually 13% alcohol by volume.
What Is A Cheap Drinker?
A cheap drinker is someone who easily gets intoxicated with alcohol.
Is Shandy Better Than Beer?
While the answer is subjective, if you’re someone who doesn’t like the bitter taste of beer, you’ll definitely love this lemonade upgrade as it is comparatively sweeter.
