This Viva Verde Mocktail combines smoky Zero-proof Mezcal, fresh lime, agave, herbal citrus notes, and crisp cucumber tonic for a vibrant non-alcoholic cocktail recipe. Bright, refreshing, and lightly bitter, it’s the perfect alcohol-free drink for warm-weather sipping.

Zero Proof Viva Verde

2 oz Cut Above Zero Proof Mezcal

1/2 oz agave syrup

1/2 oz Opius Albedo

0.15 oz All The Bitter New Orleans Bitters

1 oz fresh lime juice

2 oz cucumber tonic

Low Proof Viva Verde

1 oz Cut Above Zero Proof Mezcal

1 oz Your favorite Mezcal

1/2 oz agave syrup

1/2 oz Opius Albedo

0.15 oz All The Bitter New Orleans Bitters

1 oz fresh lime juice

2 oz cucumber tonic

Classic Viva Verde

2 oz Your favorite Mezcal

1/2 oz agave syrup

1/2 oz Opius Albedo

0.15 oz All The Bitter New Orleans Bitters

1 oz fresh lime juice

2 oz cucumber tonic

Glass & Garnish

Highball glass

Cucumber ribbon / lime wheel

How to Make a Apple Cider Margarita Mocktail

  1. Add the Mezcal, agave syrup, Opius Albedo, bitters, and lime juice to a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake well and double strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
  3. Top with cucumber tonic and gently stir.
  4. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and lime wheel.

Why Cut Above?

Best Mezcal alternative for cocktails and mocktails

Designed for 1:1 cocktail replacement

Low sugar (<1g)

Natural flavors

Best selling non alcoholic spirits

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— Kimberly F. (Verified Buyer)

I've tried a few NA gins, but this one stands out for its depth. Smooth finish and a nice herbal lift make it ideal for mocktails.

— Harry O. (Verified Buyer)

Whether I am shaking a sour or stirring something spirit-forward, the flavor pops in every drink.

— Benjamin R. (Verified Buyer)

Rich, smoky aroma and a satisfying, clean finish. It truly captures mezcal's essence.

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