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  5. Cocktails That Aren't Sugar Bombs

Cocktails That Aren't Sugar Bombs

August 27, 2019
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It’s not news that boozy cocktails can contain a lot of sugar, whether naturally occurring in fruit juice or added in simple syrup or other flavored liqueurs. If you’re drinking more than one or two, your sugar intake can easily skyrocket (not to mention your hangover will worsen). These fun cocktails are at most 8 grams of added sugar per serving, allowing you to indulge without consuming a week’s worth of added sugar. Remember: always enjoy in moderation.
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Pomegranate Margaritas

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Who says margaritas are just for summer? This pomegranate twist on a cocktail favorite is good all year long--elegant enough for the holidays and fun enough for an outdoor barbecue.

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Elderflower Champagne Cocktail

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Elderflower adds sweet and fruity notes that mingle seamlessly with mint in this refreshing Champagne cocktail.

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Rosemary-Ginger French 75

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Rosemary and ginger add a flavorful twist to a classic citrusy gin cocktail topped with a little bubbly for a festive libation.

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Tangerine Bourbon Sidecars

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A fresh twist on a classic cocktail, this quick drink recipe uses sweet tangerine juice to balance the tang of bourbon.

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First Crush

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This easy cocktail recipe is named for how verjus--a nonalcoholic grape juice that is slightly tart--is made from the first pressing of the annual grape harvest. Look for verjus in wine shops and specialty markets. For this cocktail, use white verjus; red verjus is also available.

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Jalapeño-Watermelon Margaritas

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When the fruit is ripe and you need a little kick in your glass, it's time for this spicy watermelon margarita recipe. Dip the glass rims in chili powder–spiked coarse salt for an extra layer of spice.

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Mimosas with Juice Ice Cubes

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Take your mimosas to the next level with this fun hack! Make freeze juice in ice cube trays for a pretty and frosty way to add a splash of juice to your Champagne while keeping it cold.

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'Ti Punch

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Traditionally a 'ti punch (as in petit, pronounced “tee”) is served deconstructed so everyone can make their drink as they like. This easy cocktail recipe makes a not-too-strong version. Alter it as you wish.

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Cucumber & Melon White Sangria

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In this refreshing white sangria recipe, we've skipped the added sugar and used fruity white wine, zesty liquor and tons of fresh fruit and basil to create a delicious, yet healthy cocktail.

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Pear-Rum Punch

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Pureed ripe pears naturally sweeten the fruity base for this healthy rum punch recipe. For garnish, cut very thin, whole slices from small pears and lay them on top.

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Snow Banks Sparkling-Wine Cocktail

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In this simple sparkling-wine cocktail, lemon juice and simple syrup make a tart-and-sweet bubbly drink.

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Cran Razzy

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To keep calories in check, we like to use seltzer along with juice in drinks like vodka and cranberry. This version gets a raspberry twist with cranberry-raspberry juice and raspberries for garnish. For the prettiest garnish, start with big, plump fresh raspberries and freeze them yourself.

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Tomato-Jalapeño Bloody Mary

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Make this garden-fresh Bloody Mary when summer tomatoes and peppers are at their peak.

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Grapefruit Margaritas

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Fresh grapefruit juice adds a zesty punch and lovely pink color to this refreshing skinny margarita. For the perfect finish, upgrade the salt rim on your glass by mixing in a little grapefruit zest to add to both the presentation and flavor.

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Champagne Float

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An adult spin on an ice cream float--what could be better? Sorbet adds a festive touch and pop of flavor to your celebratory glass of Champagne.

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Watermelon Gin Fizz

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This pretty pink cocktail would be perfect for a bridal shower luncheon. Any leftover pureed juice is refreshing on its own.

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Plum & Cider Sangria

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In this apple cider sangria recipe, we've skipped the added sugar and used hard apple cider, apple liqueur and tons of fresh fruit to create a delicious, yet healthy cocktail.

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Frozen Mango Margaritas

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Frozen mango chunks aren't just for smoothies anymore. Whir them up in your blender with all the other classic margarita ingredients to make a skinny frozen cocktail at home that's just as good as (if not better than, and definitely healthier than!) restaurant versions.

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Jack & Sally Sparkling-Wine Cocktail

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In this refreshing sparkling-wine cocktail, Aperol--a bright red, mildly bitter Italian aperitif--is mixed with simple syrup and fresh lemon juice. If you can't find Aperol, Campari is an ideal substitute.

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Salty Chihuahua

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This is a Mexican-inspired take on the Salty Dog

(usually made with grapefruit juice, vodka and salt).

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Campari, Grapefruit & Pomegranate Cocktail

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Balance herbaceous Campari with the sweet-tart flavors of pomegranate and grapefruit. This dusty pink drink looks festive in a stemmed wineglass with a twist of orange zest. For a slightly sweeter drink, use orange juice instead of grapefruit. To make a nonalcoholic version, omit the Campari and add an extra 1/3 cup of each juice.

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1 of 21 Pomegranate Margaritas
2 of 21 Elderflower Champagne Cocktail
3 of 21 Rosemary-Ginger French 75
4 of 21 Tangerine Bourbon Sidecars
5 of 21 First Crush
6 of 21 Jalapeño-Watermelon Margaritas
7 of 21 Mimosas with Juice Ice Cubes
8 of 21 'Ti Punch
9 of 21 Cucumber & Melon White Sangria
10 of 21 Pear-Rum Punch
11 of 21 Snow Banks Sparkling-Wine Cocktail
12 of 21 Cran Razzy
13 of 21 Tomato-Jalapeño Bloody Mary
14 of 21 Grapefruit Margaritas
15 of 21 Champagne Float
16 of 21 Watermelon Gin Fizz
17 of 21 Plum & Cider Sangria
18 of 21 Frozen Mango Margaritas
19 of 21 Jack & Sally Sparkling-Wine Cocktail
20 of 21 Salty Chihuahua
21 of 21 Campari, Grapefruit & Pomegranate Cocktail

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