5 Must-Try Low-Calorie Hand-Shaken Cocktails for Your Next Pool Day This Summer

Summer is here, and there's no better way to cool off under the sun than with a refreshing low calorie cocktail in hand. But, if you're watching your calorie intake, you don't have to sacrifice flavor for a lighter option. Say goodbye to high-calorie drinks and hello to these 5 must-try low-calorie hand-shaken cocktails that are perfect for your next pool day!

Spicy Margarita

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz tequila

• 1 oz fresh lime juice

• 0.5 oz agave nectar

• Sliced jalapeño

• Lime wheel

• Salt rimmed glass

• Ice

Instructions:

• In a shaker, muddle a few slices of jalapeño.

• Add tequila, lime juice, agave nectar, and ice.

• Shake well and strain into a salt rimmed glass over ice.

• Garnish with a jalapeño slice and enjoy!

Cucumber Mojito

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz white rum

• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice

• 4-5 slices cucumber

• Few mint leaves

• Soda water

Instructions:

• Muddle cucumber slices and mint leaves in a shaker.

• Add gin, lime juice, and ice.

• Shake vigorously and strain into a glass.

• Top with soda water and garnish with a mint sprig.

Watermelon Spritz

Ingredients:

• 2 oz vodka

• 2 oz fresh watermelon juice

• 0.5 oz lime juice
  

• Soda water

• Ice

Instructions:

• Blend fresh watermelon to get juice.

• In a shaker, combine vodka, watermelon juice and lime juice.

• Fill with ice, shake well, and strain into a glass filled with ice.

• Top with soda water

• Garnish with a watermelon slice.

Basil & Peach Smash

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz vodka

• 1 oz peach puree

• 0.5 oz lime juice

• Few basil leaves

• Soda Water

Instructions:

• In a shaker, muddle basil leaves.

• Add vodka, peach puree, lime juice, and ice.

• Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice.

• Top with soda water and garnish with basil.

Raspberry Coconut Mojito

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz white rum

• 0.5 oz coconut milk

• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice

• Fresh raspberries

• Mint leaves

• Club soda

Instructions:

• Muddle raspberries and mint leaves in a shaker.

• Add rum, coconut milk, lime juice, and ice.

• Shake vigorously and strain into a glass over ice.

• Top with club soda and garnish with extra raspberries and mint.

With these easy-to-follow recipes, you can whip up delicious low-calorie hand-shaken cocktails that will impress your friends and keep you feeling light and refreshed all summer long. So, grab your shaker, pick your favorite recipe, and get ready to elevate your pool day experience with these guilt-free sips. Cheers to a summer filled with flavor and fun!

Remember, moderation is key, so sip responsibly and enjoy every moment under the sun with a delicious drink in hand. Let the flavors dance on your palate as you make memories that will last long after the summer season fades away.

Here's to a summer of sun, fun, and fantastic cocktails!

Cheers,

Liz🍹