mocktail
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of mocktail
First recorded in 1935–40; jocular blend of mock ( def. 9 ) (in the sense “imitation, fake”) and cocktail 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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To make its mocktail rendition, Caporale suggests making a simple limeade by muddling mint leaves with fresh lime juice and adding sugar along with soda water.
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026
If you want to spice up your mocktail, try doubling down on the drink’s acid content by pairing pineapple juice with your favorite citrus juice.
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026
One simple solution: a signature cocktail or mocktail and a reliable snack.
From Salon • Dec. 20, 2025
My high school friend has become a mocktail connoisseur.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2024
“Me too,” I said, drinking from my mocktail, hoping that I looked as sophisticated doing it as Margot looked to me.
From "The Miseducation of Cameron Post" by emily m. danforth
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