Some drink. Some don't.
But if you do from time to time (like me) you want to select the cocktails with the least total calories and sugar content.
Here is a list of cocktails with the least amount of sugar most containing less than 200 calories!
Just remember the calories you consume from alcohol does take away from the total calories you can consume from food for that particular day.
Vodka Soda
Calories: Approximately 96 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 0 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a glass with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of vodka over the ice.
Top up the glass with soda water (club soda).
Optionally, add a squeeze of fresh lime or lemon juice for extra flavor.
Stir gently and garnish with a slice of lime or lemon.
Vodka and Diet Tonic
Calories: Approximately 100 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 0 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a glass with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of vodka over the ice.
Add diet tonic water to fill the glass.
Optionally, add a splash of fresh lime or lemon juice.
Stir gently and garnish with a lime or lemon wedge.
Vodka Cranberry
Calories: Approximately 160 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 10 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a glass with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of vodka over the ice.
Add 3 ounces (88 ml) of cranberry juice (choose unsweetened or a lower-calorie version if available).
Stir well to mix the ingredients.
Optionally, garnish with a twist of lime or orange.
Vodka Lemon Martini - (my personal favorite and I don't use anything but fresh lemon and Vodka and I love it. I add a sugar rim as well)
Calories: Approximately 160 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 5 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 2 ounces (60 ml) of vodka and 1 ounce (30 ml) of freshly squeezed lemon juice into the shaker.
Optionally, add a splash of sugar-free simple syrup or a sugar substitute for sweetness.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist or a wheel.
Vodka Espresso Martini
Calories: Approximately 150 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 9 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of vodka, 1 ounce (30 ml) of coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa), and 1 shot (30 ml) of freshly brewed espresso into the shaker.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute for sweetness if desired.
Shake well until chilled and frothy.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Optionally, sprinkle a few coffee beans on top for decoration.
Vodka Watermelon Martini
Calories: Approximately 150 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 6 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
In a blender, add 1 cup (150 grams) of fresh watermelon chunks.
Blend until smooth and strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp or seeds.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of vodka and 2 ounces (60 ml) of fresh watermelon juice into the shaker.
Optionally, add a splash of lime juice for tanginess and a sugar substitute for sweetness.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with a small slice of watermelon or a lime wheel.
Vodka Cucumber Martini
Calories: Approximately 140 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 2 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
In a cocktail shaker, muddle a few slices of fresh cucumber (about 4-5 slices) to release the flavor.
Fill the shaker with ice.
Pour 2 ounces (60 ml) of vodka and 1 ounce (30 ml) of dry vermouth into the shaker.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with a cucumber wheel or a sprig of fresh mint.
Vodka Grapefruit Martini (another personal favorite and I avoid the triple sec)
Calories: Approximately 160 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 8 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of vodka, 1 ounce (30 ml) of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, and 0.5 ounces (15 ml) of triple sec into the shaker.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute for sweetness if desired.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with a twist of grapefruit peel or a slice of grapefruit.
Vodka Raspberry Martini
Calories: Approximately 150 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 7 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of vodka, 1 ounce (30 ml) of raspberry liqueur (e.g., Chambord), and 1 ounce (30 ml) of cranberry juice into the shaker.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Optionally, drop a few fresh raspberries into the glass for added flavor and presentation.
Tequila Sunrise
Calories: Approximately 190 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 24 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a tall glass with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of tequila into the glass.
Add 3 ounces (88 ml) of freshly squeezed orange juice.
Slowly pour 0.5 ounces (15 ml) of grenadine syrup down the side of the glass, which will sink to the bottom and create the "sunrise" effect.
Do not stir; let the colors settle.
Optionally, garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.
Tequila and Soda
Calories: Approximately 100 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 0 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a glass with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of tequila over the ice.
Top up the glass with soda water (club soda) or sparkling water.
Optionally, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice for extra flavor.
Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge.
Skinny Margarita (personal fav! I love you tequila!!!)
Calories: Approximately 150 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 5 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of tequila, 1 ounce (30 ml) of freshly squeezed lime juice, and 0.5 ounces (15 ml) of triple sec into the shaker.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute for sweetness if desired.
Shake well until chilled.
Rim a margarita glass with salt by moistening the rim with lime juice and dipping it into a shallow dish of salt.
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge.
Watermelon Margarita
Calories: Approximately 150 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 8 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
In a blender, add 1 cup (150 grams) of fresh watermelon chunks.
Blend until smooth and strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp or seeds.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of tequila, 1 ounce (30 ml) of freshly squeezed lime juice, and 1 ounce (30 ml) of watermelon juice into the shaker.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute for sweetness if desired.
Shake well until chilled.
Rim a margarita glass with salt (optional).
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with a small watermelon wedge or a lime wheel.
Spicy Jalapeño Margarita (another favorite of mine!)
Calories: Approximately 160 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 7 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
In a cocktail shaker, muddle a few slices of fresh jalapeño (about 2-3 slices, adjust to taste) to add spiciness.
Fill the shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of tequila, 1 ounce (30 ml) of freshly squeezed lime juice, and 0.5 ounces (15 ml) of triple sec into the shaker.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute for sweetness if desired.
Shake well until chilled.
Rim a margarita glass with salt (optional).
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with a jalapeño slice or a lime wheel.
Coconut Margarita
Calories: Approximately 170 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 8 grams
Fat: 4 grams
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of tequila, 1 ounce (30 ml) of coconut milk (unsweetened), and 1 ounce (30 ml) of freshly squeezed lime juice into the shaker.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute for sweetness if desired.
Shake well until chilled.
Rim a margarita glass with shredded coconut (optional).
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with a lime wheel or a sprinkle of shredded coconut.
Frozen Spicy Cucumber Margarita (personal fav alert!)
Calories: Approximately 180 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 18 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Ingredients:
1.5 ounces (44 ml) tequila
1/2 cup cucumber chunks (peeled and seeds removed)
1/2 jalapeño pepper (seeds and ribs removed for less heat)
1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce (15 ml) triple sec
1 cup ice cubes
Sugar substitute (optional, to taste)
Salt (for rimming the glass, optional)
Cucumber slices and lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions:
In a blender, add the tequila, cucumber chunks, jalapeño pepper, lime juice, triple sec, and ice cubes.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute if you prefer a sweeter taste. Start with a small amount and adjust to your desired sweetness.
Blend until smooth and slushy.
Rim a margarita glass with salt (optional). To do this, rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip it into a shallow dish of salt to coat the rim.
Pour the frozen margarita mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with cucumber slices and lime wedges on the rim.
Optionally, you can add a jalapeño slice or cucumber ribbon for a stylish touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Frozen Spicy Cucumber Margarita!
Frozen Mango Margarita
Calories: Approximately 180 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 19 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Ingredients:
1.5 ounces (44 ml) tequila
1 cup frozen mango chunks
1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce (15 ml) triple sec
1 cup ice cubes
Sugar substitute (optional, to taste)
Tajín or chili powder (for rimming the glass, optional)
Mango slices and lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions:
In a blender, add the tequila, frozen mango chunks, lime juice, triple sec, and ice cubes.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute if you prefer a sweeter taste. Start with a small amount and adjust to your desired sweetness.
Blend until smooth and slushy.
Rim a margarita glass with Tajín or chili powder (optional). To do this, rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip it into a shallow dish of Tajín or chili powder to coat the rim.
Pour the frozen margarita mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with mango slices and lime wedges on the rim.
Serve immediately and savor the tropical flavors of the Frozen Mango Margarita!
Frozen Strawberry Basil Margarita
Calories: Approximately 160 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 12 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Ingredients:
1.5 ounces (44 ml) tequila
1 cup frozen strawberries
4-5 fresh basil leaves
1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce (15 ml) agave nectar or simple syrup (adjust to sweetness preference)
1 cup ice cubes
Fresh basil leaves and lime wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
In a blender, add the tequila, frozen strawberries, fresh basil leaves, lime juice, agave nectar or simple syrup, and ice cubes.
Blend until smooth and slushy.
Pour the frozen margarita mixture into a margarita glass.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a lime wheel.
Sip and enjoy the delightful combination of sweet strawberries and aromatic basil in the Frozen Strawberry Basil Margarita!
Frozen Pineapple Coconut Margarita
Calories: Approximately 180 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 19 grams
Fat: 2 grams
Ingredients:
1.5 ounces (44 ml) tequila
1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
2 ounces (60 ml) coconut milk (unsweetened)
1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce (15 ml) triple sec
1 cup ice cubes
Sugar substitute (optional, to taste)
Shredded coconut (for rimming the glass, optional)
Pineapple wedges and lime wheels, for garnish
Instructions:
In a blender, add the tequila, frozen pineapple chunks, coconut milk, lime juice, triple sec, and ice cubes.
Optionally, add a sugar substitute if you prefer a sweeter taste. Start with a small amount and adjust to your desired sweetness.
Blend until smooth and slushy.
Rim a margarita glass with shredded coconut (optional). To do this, rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip it into a shallow dish of shredded coconut to coat the rim.
Pour the frozen margarita mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with pineapple wedges and lime wheels on the rim.
Savor the tropical flavors of the Frozen Pineapple Coconut Margarita!
Frozen Blueberry Mint Margarita
Calories: Approximately 170 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 17 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Ingredients:
1.5 ounces (44 ml) tequila
1 cup frozen blueberries
4-5 fresh mint leaves
1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce (15 ml) agave nectar or simple syrup (adjust to sweetness preference)
1 cup ice cubes
Fresh blueberries and mint sprigs, for garnish
Instructions:
In a blender, add the tequila, frozen blueberries, fresh mint leaves, lime juice, agave nectar or simple syrup, and ice cubes.
Blend until smooth and slushy.
Pour the frozen margarita mixture into a margarita glass.
Garnish with fresh blueberries and mint sprigs.
Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet blueberries and aromatic mint in the Frozen Blueberry Mint Margarita!
Gin and Tonic
Calories: Approximately 100 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 4 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Instructions:
Fill a glass with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of gin over the ice.
Top up the glass with tonic water (choose diet or low-calorie tonic water if available).
Optionally, add a squeeze of fresh lime or lemon juice for extra flavor.
Stir gently and garnish with a slice of lime or lemon.
Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz
Calories: Approximately 150 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 10 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Ingredients:
1.5 ounces (44 ml) gin
3-4 cucumber slices
3-4 fresh basil leaves
1/2 ounce (15 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce (15 ml) agave nectar or simple syrup (adjust to sweetness preference)
1/2 cup soda water
Ice cubes
Cucumber slices and basil sprigs, for garnish
Instructions:
In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber slices and fresh basil leaves to release their flavors.
Fill the shaker with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of gin, freshly squeezed lime juice, and agave nectar or simple syrup into the shaker.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
Top with soda water.
Garnish with cucumber slices and a sprig of fresh basil.
Sip and enjoy the crisp and refreshing taste of the Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz!
Bacardi Mojito (personal fav!)
Calories: Approximately 150 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 12 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Ingredients:
1.5 ounces (44 ml) Bacardi white rum
6-8 fresh mint leaves
1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce (15 ml) agave nectar or simple syrup (adjust to sweetness preference)
Club soda or sparkling water
Ice cubes
Mint sprigs and lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions:
In a tall glass, muddle the fresh mint leaves with the lime juice and agave nectar or simple syrup.
Fill the glass with ice.
Pour 1.5 ounces (44 ml) of Bacardi white rum into the glass.
Top up the glass with club soda or sparkling water.
Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
Garnish with mint sprigs and lime wedges.
Sip and enjoy the classic and refreshing Bacardi Mojito!
Bacardi Daiquiri
Calories: Approximately 150 calories
Macronutrient breakdown (approximate):
Protein: 0 grams
Carbs: 10 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Ingredients:
2 ounces (60 ml) Bacardi white rum
1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 ounce (15 ml) agave nectar or simple syrup (adjust to sweetness preference)
Ice cubes
Lime wheel or wedge, for garnish
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour 2 ounces (60 ml) of Bacardi white rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, and agave nectar or simple syrup into the shaker.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass or a glass filled with ice.
Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge.
Savor the classic and timeless taste of the Bacardi Daiquiri!