Pregnancy food guidance
Mocktails
Depends—Check ingredients
A mocktail can be fine when it is truly alcohol-free and made with pasteurized ingredients.
What changes the answer for Mocktails
- Confirm that every mixer and spirit is alcohol-free.
- Avoid unpasteurized juice.
- Count caffeine in coffee or tea-based drinks.
Why it matters for Mocktails
The name mocktail does not guarantee zero alcohol or safe preparation.
Practical takeaway
Ask for a zero-alcohol recipe with pasteurized juice.
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- Guidance region
- United States