The Best Low-Calorie Cocktails to Order at the Bar

Low-Calorie Cocktails at a Bar

A few months into the new year is the time when those “healthy” resolutions tend to fall to the wayside. Hey, we get it. It can be hard to keep up a healthy lifestyle,  A big way to fall off of the resolution wagon is by drinking. Going out for drinks can be a great way to unwind and have fun, but the calories in those drinks can add up quickly. Fortunately, you can still keep up with your fitness goals while having a cocktail or two. Here is a list of some low calorie cocktails that you can enjoy without breaking your diet:

Vodka Soda

Vodka Soda Cocktails

This cocktail offers a refreshing taste, with only 96 calories. Soda water has zero calories, so your drink will vary in calories depending on how much vodka the bartender pours. Order one next time you go out.

Mai Tai

Mai Tai Cocktails

Let’s take a break and talk about Mai Tai. Also known as the Tahitian for “good,” this classic cocktail is made with rum, lime juice, and almond syrup. The Diplomatico Batch, No.1 Batch Kettle Rum, is a popular choice for preparing a drink. The Mai Tai was invented in 1944 by Victor Bergeron and is one of the most famous tiki drinks.

Watermelon Mojito

Watermelon Mojito Cocktails

Mojitos are minty, light, and refreshing drinks that don’t need to pack a ton of calories to be delicious. Fresh watermelon, club soda, a bit of rum, and mint leaves make up this 122-calorie drink. You could order it from the bar, but it’s so easy to make that you could even.

Gin and Tonic

Gin and Tonic Cocktails

If you’re already a fan of this classic drink, then you’ll love the fact that it’s only 148 calories. Adding a squirt of lemon or lime juice can add some flavor to your gin and tonic while only adding a few more calories. It is now available at a liquor shop from which you can order online and get the hassle-free delivery.

Negroni

Negroni Cocktails

The Negroni is a very classic Italian cocktail that’s generally made with gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. It’s one of those cocktails that’s perfect for any occasion and always a hit with guests. The Puerto De India’s Black Edition Gin is popular when making a drink. It’s a versatile cocktail that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with food.

Wine Spritzer

Wine Spritzer Cocktails

If you’re a wine lover who’s watching their waistline, then a wine spritzer is the way to go! Mixing any type of wine with club soda can get you a cocktail that contains about 75 calories. White wines tend to have fewer calories than red, but you can still get a low-calorie spritzer with red wine if that’s your thing.

Bloody Mary

Bloody Mary Cocktails

This drink has tomato juice in it, so it’s bound to be sort of good for you, right? A skinny Bloody Mary consists of low-sodium tomato juice, vodka, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce and will only run you 123 calories.

Watermelon Margarita

Watermelon Margarita

Margaritas are fruity, sweet, and tend to be calorie-heavy. If you’re keeping up with your fitness goals this year, you can swap the triple sec and simple syrup for healthier sweeteners, like Stevia. Ask for your watermelon margarita recipe with fresh watermelon, lime, and orange juice, which make it a delicious and healthy cocktail.

Manhattan

Manhattan Cocktails

This list would not be complete without a classic Manhattan. The history behind this iconic drink goes back to the mid-1800s when it was first served at New York City’s famous Manhattan Club. The cocktail is simple yet effective and has long been a symbol of sophistication and class.

Nelson Johnson

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