There's just something summery about enjoying a cool, refreshing beverage while socializing with friends. Whether we're on vacation or are lucky enough to have a summer break, or have a day off from from our job or have just gotten off work, summer hours are meant for relaxing and sipping cocktails. And these days it seems like summer months are also all about living healthier.
A good number of your guests are seeking out healthier cocktail ingredients, and some are even looking for mocktails. Healthy beverages and alcohol-free drinks can be every bit as sophisticated and delicious as their craft cocktail counterparts. Here are four healthy refreshers that will appeal to today's health-conscious guest, non-drinkers, and the most selfless of bar guests, the designated driver.
Cheers!
Kombucha Sour
- Health-Ade Ginger-Lemon Kombucha
- 1 part Premium whiskey
- 1 part Agave simple syrup
- Garnish with lemon wheel and candied ginger
Combine whiskey, agave simple syrup and Health-Ade Ginger Lemon Kombucha in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well until chilled. Pour over ice into glass of choice. Garnish with lemon wheel and candied ginger for a delicious and refreshing cocktail!
Beet the Heat
- Health-Ade Beet Kombucha
- 1 part Premium vodka
- 1 part Simple syrup
- 1 sleeve Bitters
- Lime juice
- Garnish with lime wheel and sprig of thyme
Combine vodka, simple syrup and Health-Ade Beet Kombucha in a cocktail shaker and fill with ice. Shake well until chilled. Add one sleeve of bitters and strain into chilled coupe glass. Optional garnish with lime wheel and sprig of thyme.
White Wedding
- 6 oz. Pure LaCroix Sparkling Water
- Half a lime (squeeze for juice)
- 3 Cucumber slices
- 3 Mint leaves
Muddle cucumber and mint with lime juice in a rocks glass. Add ice and top with Pure LaCroix Sparkling Water.
Apricot Bellini
- 3 oz Apricot LaCroix Sparkling Water
- 3 oz Non-alcohol sparkling wine
- 1 tsp. Apricot puree
- Lemon wedge
- Frozen raspberries
Combine all ingredients, adding frozen raspberries last. Garnish with lemon wedge. Serve chilled.