Healthy Cocktail Recipes
When it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, many of us tend to avoid alcoholic drinks altogether. However, this doesn't have to be the case! By choosing the right ingredients and being mindful of portion sizes, you can still enjoy a delicious cocktail while keeping your health in mind.
Here are some Swygge tips and recipes for some healthy cocktails for you to try at home:
With those tips in mind, here are a few healthy cocktail recipes to try:
Spicy Grapefruit Margarita
Ingredients
45 ml tequila (100% agave brand)
60 ml fresh grapefruit juice
15 ml agave nectar
1/2 jalapeño pepper, sliced
Splash of club soda
Method
Muddle the jalapeño pepper in a shaker, then add the tequila, grapefruit juice, and agave nectar. Shake with ice and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with a splash of club soda.
Cucumber Mint Gimlet
Ingredients
45 ml gin
60 ml fresh lime juice
60 ml fresh cucumber juice
5-6 mint leaves
Splash of sparkling water
Method
Muddle the mint leaves in a shaker, then add the gin, lime juice, and cucumber juice. Shake with ice and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with a splash of sparkling water.
Pomegranate Moscow Mule
Ingredients
45 ml vodka
60 ml fresh pomegranate juice
60 ml fresh lime juice
60 ml ginger beer
Lime wedge for garnish
Method
Combine the vodka, pomegranate juice, and lime juice in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with ginger beer and garnish with a lime wedge.
Berry Sparkling Sangria
Ingredients
120 ml red wine
60 ml unsweetened cranberry juice
60 ml sparkling water
15 ml triple sec
Fresh berries for garnish
Method
Combine the red wine, cranberry juice, sparkling water, and triple sec in a pitcher. Stir to combine and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh berries.
Ginger-Infused Vodka Lemonade
Ingredients
45 ml vodka infused with fresh ginger
60 ml fresh lemon juice
15 ml honey
120 ml sparkling water
Cucumber ribbon for garnish
Method
To make the ginger-infused vodka, slice a 2-inch piece of fresh ginger and add it to a jar with the vodka. Let the mixture sit for at least 24 hours before straining out the ginger. Combine the infused vodka, lemon juice, and honey in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling water and garnish with a cucumber ribbon.
Pineapple Coconut Mojito
Ingredients
45 ml tequila (100% agave brand)
60 ml fresh pineapple juice
30 ml coconut water
15 ml lime juice
5-6 mint leaves
Method
Pineapple wedge and mint sprig for garnish
Muddle the mint leaves in a shaker, then add the rum, pineapple juice, coconut water, and lime juice. Shake with ice and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and mint sprig.
Alternative, if you are wanting to avoid making these yourself, have a look at our cocktail range for a pre-made NoLo option that you can get delivered straight to your door. We can make bespoke requests for you too.
Remember, moderation is key when it comes to alcohol. Enjoy your cocktails in moderation and always drink responsibly. Cheers to a healthier happy hour! If you do make any of these creations, please tag us in any social shares, we love to see what you are up to.
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