Blood Sugar Friendly Mocktail Recipes

Whether you're cutting back on alcohol, looking for a healthier happy hour, or simply trying to avoid the sugar overload found in many traditional beverages, mocktails have become one of the easiest ways to enjoy something fun without compromising your goals.

It can be a challenge to find blood sugar friendly mocktails that aren’t packed with fruit juice, syrups, and added sugars that can send blood sugar soaring. That's why we asked some of our favorite registered dietitians, nutrition experts, and blood sugar educators to share the mocktail recipes they enjoy and are blood sugar friendly. Each recipe features GOOD IDEA, a lightly sparkling beverage scientifically proven to help reduce post meal blood sugar by an average of 25%.

From fruity summer drinks to sophisticated evening cocktails without the alcohol, these recipes prove that healthy drinks can still be flavorful, refreshing, and easy to make. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply looking for a new favorite afternoon drink, we hope you discover a recipe you'll come back to again and again.

Featured Blood Sugar Friendly Mocktails:

GOOD IDEA Berry Refresher

Strawberry Peach Refresher

Strawberry Basil Elderflower Mocktail

GOOD IDEA Triple Berry Sparkler

Strawberry Basil Mocktail Recipe

Lemon Rosemary Shrub Mocktail

GOOD IDEA Berry Refresher

Your summer dinners just got an upgrade.

This mocktail recipe is brought to you by Melissa, a RD weight loss and GLP-1 expert.

If you're looking for a refreshing mocktail that's more than just delicious, this one has become one of her favorites to enjoy while dining al fresco.

“I especially love it during the summer because it's a refreshing way to stay hydrated while enjoying a flavorful, non-alcoholic drink.”

Ingredients:

• 1 can GOOD IDEA Wild Raspberry
• 3 fresh raspberries, lightly crushed
• Juice from 1 lime wedge
• Ice (optional, but I personally prefer it)

How to enjoy it:

• Drink about one-third of the can on its own before your meal.
• Pour the remaining two-thirds over the crushed raspberries, lime juice, and ice.
• Stir gently and enjoy it alongside your meal.

It tastes like something you'd order at a restaurant, making it perfect for dinner on the patio.

Strawberry Peach Refresher

Russ Powell, a type 2 diabetes nutritionist, says “GOOD IDEA is my go-to when I want to change up my water routine.”

For the past four years, GOOD IDEA has earned a spot on the grocery grab list of healthy swaps she shares with her clients. It’s easy, tasty, and designed to help support balanced blood sugar. The flavor varieties keep her from getting bored, and they go along with the vibe of her Strawberry Peach Refresher.
Try the Strawberry Peach Refresher for yourself.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 fresh strawberries, diced into small cubes
• 1 fresh peach, sliced
• Ice
• 1 can of GOOD IDEA beverage (flavor of your choice)
• 1 strawberry, sliced for garnish
  

Instructions:

• Open your GOOD IDEA beverage and drink about one third of the can to prime your metabolism before your meal.
• Add the diced strawberries to your cup and gently muddle to release their juices.
• Add ice.
• Pour in the remaining GOOD IDEA beverage.
• Add the remaining diced strawberries and sliced peaches.
• Stir gently to combine all the flavors.
• Garnish with a sliced strawberry on the rim of the cup.
  
  

Strawberry Basil Elderflower Mocktail

This mocktail recipe was created by Kristina Cooke, RD and pre/type 2 diabetes dietitian.  

Kristina said, “I’m thrilled to be making this mocktail using GOOD IDEA Strawberry Elderflower wellness water. It has been clinically proven to reduce post meal blood sugars by an average of 25%, compared to without it. It’s made with a unique blend of amino acids and chromium picolinate, PLUS contains no sugar, calories, or caffeine!”

Here’s how to drink it for best results:

• Consume ⅓ of the can prior to the meal
• Consume the remaining portion with the meal (in this case, enjoy your mocktail with your food!)

Ingredients:

• ⅓ cup strawberries, muddled
• ¼ cup blueberries 🫐
• ⅔ can GOOD IDEA Strawberry Elderflower
•  ¼ cup coconut 🥥 water
• 3 sprigs of fresh basil 🌿
•  stevia, to taste (about 5-7 drops)

Instructions:

• Consume ⅓ of your GOOD IDEA wellness water prior to your meal.
• In a small dish, muddle your strawberries.
• Add to a glass, and add ice on top.
• Pour in your GOOD IDEA Strawberry Elderflower wellness water and coconut water
• Add stevia, and mix.
• Top with blueberries and a few sprigs of basil.
• Enjoy with your meal!
• PS- You can swap out the mint for basil, if preferred! 😝
  

GOOD IDEA Triple Berry Sparkler

On a beautiful summer day, you need a mocktail that will help your blood sugars stay stable.

Megan Koehn, a type 2 diabetes coach RDN, LD created the GOOD IDEA Triple Berry Sparkler. In her words, “it’s just plain fun!”

Ingredients:

• 2/3 can Raspberry GOOD IDEA
• 1/3 cup coconut water
• 2 strawberries, muddled
• 3 blueberries, muddled

Strawberry Basil Mocktail Recipe

Jenna Ewing is bringing you mocktail hour with a healthy twist as she shares her recipe for a Strawberry Basil Mocktail!

Ingredients:

• 1 can strawberry elderflower GOOD IDEA
• 1 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
•  ¼ cup sliced strawberries
• 3-4 basil leaves
• Small handful of ice
  

Instructions:

• Sip ⅓ of a can before your meal and finish the rest with your food for the best results.
  
  

Lemon Rosemary Shrub Mocktail

Megan Koehn, a type 2 diabetes coach RDN, LD wants to let you know that mocktails are a fun way to help manage your blood sugar. She created the Lemon Rosemary Shrub Mocktail. 

Ingredients:

• 1/2 can Lemon GOOD IDEA
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
• Dash of orange bitters
• 1 sprig rosemary
  
  

Final Sips

Healthy choices don't have to be boring, and these mocktail recipes are proof.

By combining fresh ingredients with GOOD IDEA, you can create refreshing drinks that fit seamlessly into a balanced lifestyle while enjoying all the fun of a beautifully crafted beverage. Whether you're celebrating with friends, enjoying a summer barbecue, or winding down after a long day, there's a mocktail here for every occasion.

Be sure to follow our social media (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube) because we'll continue adding new recipes from registered dietitians, nutritionists, chefs, and blood sugar experts throughout the year. And if you create one of these recipes at home, we'd love to see it. Tag @goodideaUS on Instagram so we can share your creations with our community.

Cheers to smarter sipping.

Author: Dr. Colleen Gulick, Ph.D. (ExPhys), MS (ExPhys), BS (BioE), EIT (ME), CSCS