I recently returned from 11 days at Walt Disney World for the sole purpose of all-star cheerleading.  Yes, eleven days is a long time.  Would I stay 11 days in a row again? Probably not if I can help it, but this stay was unavoidable because my daughter was on a Worlds Team, an International Summit Team, and Junior Coached a Regular Summit team.  But we're not writing to talk about cheer, but rather two mocktails that I had while at resorts that I enjoyed immensely. So much so that I wanted to share them with you. 


"SO MANY WISHES" MOCKTAIL at OUTER RIM BAR in WDW CONTEMPORARY RESORT 


Tea drink Served in Contemporary Resort



During the day, I am constantly seeking out unsweetened tea. The Outer Rim Bar in the Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World did not serve unsweetened tea.  At 2 pm, I didn't want a cocktail, so the bartender suggested I look over the mocktails rather than a soda.  I was the only customer in the place, and so glad I took his advice, I ordered the "So Many Wishes" mocktail. I loved it so much, I drank two. As I am at home writing today, I wish I could order it here in Raleigh.  It hit the spot for my unsweetened tea fix, but offered so much more flavor. 


So Many Wishes

Pomegranate Green Tea, Hibiscus, Lemon, and a dash of Star Dust.  Star Dust is edible glitter that gives the drink a shimmer without affecting taste. This drink was so refreshing for a hot Orlando day, and would be awesome this summer. I'm fairly certain the Hibiscus was a tea syrup, which I could make at home if I wanted to try making my own. 









"AGAVE GARDEN" ZERO-PROOF COCKTAIL at RIVER ROOST in WDW PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE 


I spent one night at Disney's Port Orleans Riverside in between cheer comps because I wanted to experience it.  Before dinner at Boatwright's Dining Hall, I stopped in River Roost to have a mocktail while waiting for my friend to have dinner with me. 

Refreshing Drink Served at River Roost at Port Orleans



Agave Garden

Lyre’s Agave Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Cold-pressed Lime Juice, Passion Fruit-Papaya Green Tea, and Cucumber

I don't actively seek out mocktails when I travel, but I don't always want an alcoholic beverage either so it's nice to have choices. The hospitality industry has come a long way in offering non-alcoholic cocktails to its guests. It's a trend here to stay, especially for the health-conscious, and I appreciate it.  For me, it's about the experience of having something in a pretty glass that has a great taste; not drinking alcohol. 


I am excited to learn about the Lyre brand. This summer, I plan to try the gin alternative for some non-alcoholic gin and tonic mocktails. Simple, but a classic drink to sip on while cooking dinner.  I love the taste. 

Lyre's non-alcoholic G&T


I plan to try my own version's at home and while share the results with you on Instagram. 
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