These long hot days of summer make me thirsty. You know how I love my water and even my naturally flavored water, but there is something about a warm summer night that makes me crave a cocktail. Not one that is loaded with sugar and tons of calories, but one that is lightly sweet and equally refreshing.
And let's be honest, there are some days that I spend all day with my children and I JUST NEED A COCKTAIL. Keeping it real here, folks.
Ah...the sweet sips of moderation.
That's what it's all about. I don't want to be that person who can't have a cocktail or a cookie and enjoy myself. I want to make healthier choices and STILL have fun. Life is way too short to be that strict with my diet. One cocktail can have up to 400 calories (sometimes more) and why waste calories on that? Now we can all enjoy our cocktails guilt-free all summer long. (All in moderation of course)
It's 5:00 somewhere...let's kick it with some cocktails!
Berry Wine Spritzer from Lauren Kelly Nutrition
Lightened Up Pink Starburst Cocktail from Happy Food Healthy Life
Lemon Thyme Bourbon Cocktails from The Roasted Root
Sugar Free Mojito Wine Spritzer from Lauren Kelly Nutrition
Skinny Paloma from Eating Bird Food
Blueberry Lavender Mojito from Amee's Savory Dish
Blood Orange Champagne Cocktail from The Adventure Bite
Lightened Up Moscow Mule from Lifestyle by Joules
Healthy Green Tea Mint Sangria from Lauren Kelly Nutrition
Low Carb Margaritas from All Day I Dream About Food
Strawberry Ginger Kombucha Cocktail from Heart of a Baker
Summer Peach Sangria from Namely Marly
Creamy Vanilla Coconut Mojito from Cotter Crunch
Homemade Bloody Mary from Lauren Kelly Nutrition
Lightened Up Sparkling Sangria from Heather's French Press
Skinny Strawberry Lime Spritzer from Peas and Crayons
Cranberry Mojito from Lauren Kelly Nutrition
Raspberry Lemonade Sangria from Food Done Light
Blackberry Cucumber Skinny Mojito from Eating Bird Food
Blackberry Bramble from The Whole Smiths
Cucumber Mojitos from Back to Her Roots
Stardust Dazzler from Rachel Cooks
Clementine Lime Mimosas from Avocado Pesto
Mango Margaritas from The Lemon Bowl
Lemon Raspberry Mojito with Muddled Blueberries from Food Faith Fitness
Peach Sangria from Nosh and Nourish
Celery Cucumber Gimlet White Sangria from Cupcakes and Kale Chips
Don't get me wrong, I still love my ice cold white wine (preferably Sauvignon Blanc) in the summer too. Don't yell at me, but I like to put ice cubes in my already freezing cold wine to water it down a bit. And even though I love my wine, sometimes you just need a fun drink.
Tell me, which cocktail will you make first? I think I may start with those Cucumber Mojitos. There is nothing better than cucumber and mint together, and in a cocktail too!
Thanks for stopping by! CHEERS!
kellie+@+The+Suburban+Soapbox
So many refreshing options!
Angie | Big Bear's Wife
I've got to make some of these this weekend! Love that Pink Starburst Cocktail!
Nutmeg Nanny
Pass me a few of these delicious cocktails !
Kay Little
Although I don't drink, I know these are equally delicious non-alcoholic.
lauren.kelly
You can easily leave out the alcohol and make some mock-tails, Kay!
Megan @ MegUnprocessed
Great recipes to choose from! The perfect summer drinks to sip on!
lauren.kelly
Thanks Megan!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes
I want to make the coconut Mojito!! Or any of the Sangrias! Love this post because I love fruity cocktails in the summer but don't love all the calories!
lauren.kelly
I totally agree Ashley!