Last Updated on June 22, 2023
Every year, Pride presents an opportunity to let loose, celebrate, and rock all the rainbow-hued apparel or, really, any outfit that allows you to express yourself fully. It’s also a month full of parades, planned and impromptu parties, and casual hangs — many of which often feature various alcoholic libations.
Sunnyside wants your Pride to feel inclusive and for you to feel supported in how you choose to celebrate. Whether you choose to mix in some non-alcoholic options, or simply learn how you can manage your relationship with alcohol, our team and app are here to help!
While you needn’t write off every single multicolored spirit, it might be wise to mix in non-alcoholic drinks to keep your energy up and up the chances you’ll actually remember everyone you meet during one of the most social moments of the year.
To pinpoint which zero-proof cocktail is your best bet, why not consider your Sun sign (which speaks to your core identity and sense of self and therefore, can’t help but inform the drinks you gravitate to)? Here are the best picks for every sign. (Pro-tip: Read your rising if you know it, too!)
The Best Non-Alcoholic Cocktails by Sun Sign
Aries
Your friends and family might know you as a bit of a hothead, because fiery Aries is ruled by Mars, the planet of action and energy, but you’re also the first sign and the “baby” of the zodiac, which means you’ll forever adore flavors that remind you of your childhood, like vanilla ice cream or funfetti cake. Try a milkshake-esque unicorn mocktail by blending up ice cream with candy sprinkles, whipped cream, pink and white cookies, and any other candy mix-ins that make your youthful heart happy.
Taurus
You can’t help but be a creature of habit, Taurus, given that you’re one of the stubborn fixed signs (the others being Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius). So chances are you have your go-to drink that you rarely divert from, like possibly a tried-and-true Cosmopolitan. But you can easily make this Carrie Bradshaw & Co.- beloved Cosmo made more mindfully by mixing up cranberry juice, lime juice, O.J., and sparkling water.
Gemini
As the air sign ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, you’re endlessly curious and social, and you need a mocktail that fits your breezy, bubbly persona. Throw together a sparkly watermelon mocktail that includes lime juice, sugar, frozen watermelon, soda or sparkling water, basil leaves, and ice.
Cancer
No doubt that as the water sign ruled by the emotional, intuitive moon, you’d prefer to celebrate Pride by hosting a cozy, fun night in with besties who, like you, are fans of wine. Thankfully, there has really never been a better time for finding a more mindful varietal, and you might enjoy Wolffer Estates Spring in a Bottle non-alcoholic rose or a rose spritzer mocktail with your favorite non-alcoholic rose, berries, lemon, sparkling water, and ice.
Leo
A festive, spotlight-loving fire sign, ruled by the confident sun, you love to be the life of the party, and need a bright, bold, maybe even golden drink to match during Pride. Consider shaking up a key lime pie mocktail with pineapple juice, coconut milk or almond milk, and juiced limes — graham cracker rim optional!
Virgo
During Pride — and all the time — you’re everyone’s favorite shoulder to lean on for pragmatic advice or to tackle event-planning details, as the earth sign ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication. But as committed as you are to help others, you deserve to chill out as much as everyone else. A Lady Lavender mocktail fits with your earthy vibe, and bonus, the lavender can help soothe your racing mind. Mix fresh grapefruit juice with lavender syrup, chilled club soda, basil, and grenadine. Garnish with a lavender sprig.
Libra
As an air sign, ruled by relationship-oriented Venus, you’re the most social butterfly sign of all, and you’re partnership-oriented, too. So no doubt the game plan is to party during Pride with your BFF or S.O. with whom you can stick to mindful drinking. Consider a pretty sparkling peach mocktail made with a chopped peach, rosemary simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, club soda, and ice.
Scorpio
Because you’re the fixed water sign, co-ruled by energetic Mars and transformative Pluto, you’re intense, magnetic, and a bit brooding — even when out on the town for Pride. Capture your signature vibe with a sexy blackberry mockarita, made with fresh lime juice, blackberries, agave or honey, club soda or sparkling water, and crushed ice.
Sagittarius
Ruled by Jupiter, the planet of abundance and luck, you’re the mutable fire sign that’s all about going big or going home. In other words, you’ll spend Pride getting to know everyone by being 100% unapologetically yourself. And you need a huge, festive drink to complement that energy. Enter a virgin blue lagoon “fish bowl” style drink. Mix up lemonade, lemon-lime soda, Swedish fish, and a dash of blue curacao syrup, then garnish with a fun straw and cocktail umbrella. The larger the bowl you serve it in, the better!
Capricorn
A grounded, practical earth sign, ruled by taskmaster Saturn, you’re likely known among friends as someone who’s wise beyond your years and who, no matter the occasion, is always going to order a classic drink that comes with a bit of history. Try a virgin old-fashioned by mixing barley tea with Angostura bitters and a muddled orange slice, pouring over a sugar cube. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
Aquarius
Born under the rebellious, electrifying air sign, ruled by revolutionary Uranus, you loathe convention but love being a part of your community. This Pride season, strike out on your own with a spicy, festive conversation starter: a chile lime pineapple mocktail. To make, you’ll need pink peppercorns, lime, dried chiles de árbol, plus fresh pineapple juice, sugar, a pinch of kosher salt, and club soda.
Pisces
You’re the dreamiest of the water signs, ruled by Neptune, the planet of spirituality. During Pride and all year round, you’re intuitive, empathic, and can’t help but wear rose-colored glasses. That said, this mystical, color-changing magic lemonade, which changes from blue to purple, is the perfect alcohol-free drink for you this season. It’s easy enough to make with butterfly blue pea flowers, sugar, water, lemons, and optional lavender extract.
How Sunnyside Can Help
Ultimately, no matter your individual astrology, Pride is an opportunity to not only celebrate, pay tribute, and socialize with your community. It’s also a chance to experiment with fun new recipes and flavor profiles. By experimenting with non-alcoholic cocktails, especially ones tailored to your personal taste, you’ll find alcohol doesn’t necessarily need to be in the mix to have a memorable time.
With the Sunnyside community, you can feel engaged and supported. You can also get one-to-one advice from one of the coaches. Or, just share what you’re going through with people who can listen, judgment-free, and relate.
Finally, you can use the app to set small and achievable goals, or simply track your habits to start. Just observing might help you get some insight into your triggers and responses, too. Take the 3-minute quiz to get started and see how Sunnyside might help.
