The holidays are all about mixing and mingling, and the perfect cocktail can make or break a meal. Unfortunately, many of the most festive cocktails are high calorie, sugary drinks. Check out these three delicious, low cal alternatives that satisfy all your holiday cravings without tipping the scale.
Sauza Sparkling Margarita, the 2 GINGERS signature SKINNY GINGER, and EFFEN Vodka’s Toasted White Cranberry are all under 200 calories and sure to be a hit at any holiday party or gathering. Whether you’re in the mood for a spin on a classic whiskey cocktail, looking to keep things bubbly with a champagne alternative, or want a cocktail with real holiday flavor, Sauza, 2 GINGERS and EFFEN have all your bases covered to keep your taste buds happy (as well as your waistline).
SAUZA SPARKLING MARGARITA
Sauza® Sparkling has all the effervescence of champagne, but with the added bonus of coming in three refreshing flavors – Original Lime, Wild Berry and Mango Peach – and totaling at just 125 calories per serving. Consider Sauza Sparkling Margarita as a low-cal alternative to champagne this holiday season, or as a fun gift to bring the hostess of your next party.
SKINNY GINGER®
2 parts 2 GINGERS® Irish Whiskey
Diet Ginger Ale
Lemon Wedge
Lime Wedge
Method: Pour the 2 GINGERS Irish Whiskey into a pint glass with ice. Top with diet ginger ale, followed by a wedge of a lemon and lime.
EFFEN® Vodka’s Toasted White Cranberry
1 ½ parts EFFEN® Salted Caramel Vodka
1 ¾ parts Ocean Spray White Cranberry Juice
¼ part Fresh Lemon Juice
¼ part South Beach Zero Calorie Simple Syrup
Garnish: Toasted Coconut Flakes
Method: In a mixing glass, combine all ingredients and shake with ice. Strain into a rocks glass over ice. Garnish with toasted coconut flakes. 119 Calories Total.