9 Low-Calorie Cocktails (That Won't Hurt Your Waistline)

The weekend is almost here and you’re ready to head out for a couple of drinks with friends but not ready for the extra calories? Cheers to that! As tasty as a deliciously sweet cocktail is, it is often loaded with as many calories as a slice of cake. Here’s our guide on how to cut down on calories this happy hour with the healthiest and tastiest alcoholic cocktails around.

When it comes to crafting a low-calorie cocktail there are a few things you need to think about.

Alcohol: vodka, rum, tequila and brandy have the least number of calories.
Mixers: soda water is the most calorie efficient option followed by freshly juiced fruits. Adding ice or blending your cocktail is also a great option as it increases the amount of liquid with 0 calories.

Healthy Cocktail Recipes

Here are a couple of our favourite low-calorie cocktail recipes.

1. Pumpkin & spiced rum cocktail

This pumpkin and spiced rum cocktail is perfect in autumn. Get the full recipe.

2. Skipper punch

A strong punch that doesn't break the calorie bank. Very fast to make and with only four ingredients, it's guaranteed to be a winner at your next cocktail party. Get the full recipe.

3. Golden pineapple & vanilla iced tea

This cool healthy summer drink tastes even better than it looks, trust us! Get the full recipe.

4. Rosé Punch

Happy Hour is here without the extra calories! Often Frosé has added sugar syrup, make your own at home with this healthier option. Get the full recipe.

5. Best Ever Bloody Mary

Entertain your guests with this delicious cocktail made mostly of vegetables. Get the full recipe.

6. Vodka, Watermelon and Lime Slushie

Get your two fruits a day in a delicious drink! Get the full recipe.

7. Romantic berry daiquiri

Grab your special someone and whip up these frozen cocktails for two. With rum, Cointreau, vodka, lime and berries, they're fresh, fruity and fabulous! Get the full recipe.

8. Rosé watermelon & vodka frosé

Frosé (frozé? Frozay?) is this season's hottest new drink. What is it? Basically, it's a frozen rosé slushie. And this version includes watermelon and vodka! Get the full recipe.

9. Star martini cocktail batch

The martini gets a healthy makeover with this Star of Bombay martini cocktail batch that serves 12. Topped with mint & fruit, this martini has a sweet twist.

Get the full recipe.

If you are after more check out our full cocktail recipe collection.

Lottie Dalziel

Lottie Dalziel, is a 4AM riser and coffee-addict who lives and breathes all things food. When she isn't reading up on the latest trends in sustainability or discovering ways to upcycle almost anything, you can find her by the beach, cooking up a storm or adding to her abundant (some would say out of control) plant collection.

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