7 Great Low-Calorie Cocktails For This Summer

Indulging in a great cocktail doesn’t have to come at the expense of your calorie count.

In this page, we’ll uncover seven of the best low-calorie cocktails that allow you to enjoy the art of mixology without the guilt.

1. Vodka Soda

A classic and simple choice, the Vodka Soda offers a clean and refreshing experience. Vodka’s neutral profile pairs effortlessly with soda water, providing effervescence without added sugars or calories.

A splash of fresh lime juice adds a zesty twist, creating a delightful cocktail that won’t weigh you down.

Ingredients:

• 60 ml (2 ounces) Vodka
• 150 ml (5 ounces) Soda Water
• Fresh Lime Juice (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Measure and pour vodka over the ice.
3. Add soda water.
4. Squeeze fresh lime juice to taste.
5. Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge.

View the full Vodka Soda Recipe.

2. Gin and Tonic Twist

The Gin and Tonic takes the timeless combination of gin and tonic water and adds a refreshing element with cucumber slices.

Opting for diet tonic water reduces the calorie content, while the addition of cucumber not only enhances the flavor but also brings a crisp and cool dimension to this low-calorie classic.

Ingredients:

• 60 ml (2 ounces) Gin
• 150 ml (5 ounces) Diet Tonic Water
• Cucumber Slices

Instructions:

1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
2. Pour gin over the ice.
3. Add diet tonic water.
4. Stir gently and garnish with cucumber slices.

View the Drinkie’s Gin and Tonic Recipe.

3. Tequila Sunrise Sparkler

Tequila lovers can rejoice with the Tequila Sunrise Sparkler. This cocktail combines silver tequila with freshly squeezed orange juice and a splash of club soda.

The result is a vibrant and effervescent drink that captures the essence of a sunrise without the excess calories often found in traditional cocktails.

Ingredients:

• 60 ml (2 ounces) Tequila
• Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
• Splash of Club Soda

Instructions:

1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Pour tequila over the ice.
3. Add freshly squeezed orange juice.
4. Top with a splash of club soda.
5. Stir gently.

View the classic Tequila Sunrise Recipe.

4. Mojito Light

The Mojito Light puts a fresh and low-calorie spin on the beloved mojito. Using white rum, muddled mint leaves, and stevia syrup instead of sugar, this cocktail maintains the classic minty freshness without the added calories.

A splash of club soda adds effervescence, making it a guilt-free choice for a light and lively drink.

Ingredients:

• 60 ml (2 ounces) White Rum
• Fresh Mint Leaves
• Stevia Syrup (to taste)
• Splash of Club Soda

Instructions:

1. In a glass, muddle fresh mint leaves.
2. Fill the glass with ice.
3. Pour white rum over the ice.
4. Add stevia syrup to taste.
5. Top with a splash of club soda.
6. Stir gently.

View the classic Mojito Recipe.

5. Skinny Margarita Bliss

For those craving the tangy flavors of a margarita without the calorie overload, the Skinny Margarita Bliss is the answer.

Using silver tequila, fresh lime juice, and a low-calorie triple sec, this cocktail delivers the perfect balance of citrusy satisfaction without the unnecessary sugars found in traditional margaritas.

Ingredients:

• 60 ml (2 ounces) Silver Tequila
• Fresh Lime Juice
• Low-Calorie Triple Sec

Instructions:

1. Fill a salt-rimmed glass with ice.
2. Pour silver tequila over the ice.
3. Add fresh lime juice.
4. Pour low-calorie triple sec.
5. Stir gently.

Traditional margarita recipe.

6. Light and Breezy Paloma

The Paloma gets a calorie-conscious makeover with the Light and Breezy Paloma.

Combining tequila with freshly squeezed grapefruit juice and a splash of club soda, this cocktail brings forth bright and citrusy notes with the effervescence of a spritzer, making it a delightful and lighter alternative.

Ingredients:

• 60 ml (2 ounces) Tequila
• Freshly Squeezed Grapefruit Juice
• Splash of Club Soda

Instructions:

1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Pour tequila over the ice.
3. Add freshly squeezed grapefruit juice.
4. Top with a splash of club soda.
5. Stir gently.

Check out the classic Paloma Cocktail recipe.

7. Lighter Pina Colada

Say goodbye to calorie-laden tropical indulgences with the Lighter Pina Colada. This version incorporates coconut rum, coconut water, and freshly pressed pineapple juice, creating a lighter yet still tropical experience.

Blended with ice, it maintains the creamy texture of a traditional Pina Colada without the excess calories.

Ingredients:

• 60 ml (2 ounces) Coconut Rum
• Coconut Water
• Freshly Pressed Pineapple Juice
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine coconut rum, coconut water, and freshly pressed pineapple juice.
2. Add ice and blend until smooth.
3. Pour into a chilled glass.

Check out the classic Paloma Cocktail recipe.

Low-Calorie Cocktails To Enjoy This Summer

In the world of low-calorie cocktails, the emphasis is on balance, freshness, and creativity.

These seven low-calorie cocktails showcase that it’s possible to enjoy a well-made cocktail without compromising on flavor or your health goals.

Whether you prefer the simplicity of a Vodka Soda or the tropical allure of a Lighter Pina Colada, these low-calorie cocktails prove that you can sip and savor the moment without the extra calories.

Cheers to lighter cocktails and the joy they bring to your palate!