When it comes to alcohol, there really isn't a "health," especially when multiplied by four. Although the drinks listed below are healthier options, it is still alcohol and should be taken in moderation. Remember, the fewer the drinks, the fewer the calories!
1. Vodka Soda
Ingredients: Vodka, Soda Water
Vodka and soda is among one of the drinks with the least amount of calories - it averages 96 calories per 1.5 ounces.
2. Whiskey and Gin
Ingredients: Bourbon and soda
Bourbon ranges between 97 and 110 calories per 1.5 ounce (and packs a lot of flavor). Mix it with soda (diet has no sugar) and you have a tasty drink.
3. Wine
Ingredients: Grapes
A bit of wine is actually pretty good for you - red wine packs a lot of nutritional value and contains a lot of the iron, potassium and magnesium that we as humans need. Calories range between around 110 - 130 for a 5 ounce glass, which is not bad at all so have two if you want ;)
4. Manhattan
Ingredients: Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth and Angostura Bitters
This delicious and flavorful cocktail is actually pretty healthy; it contains about 100 calories per 1.5 ounces.
5. Mimosa/Bellini
Ingredients: Champagne, Orange Juice/Peach Juice
This is one of my personal favorites and one of the tastiest drinks you can have for brunch. It is not the best for calorie count, but it is packed with antioxidants and both orange juice and peach juice contain a lot of vitamin c.
6. Guinness
For the beer lovers! Despite how thick it is, it has a low amount of calories - 128 per 12 ounces. It is made from whole grains that contain a lot of nutrients and has been known to reduce blood clots and heart problems.
7. Sangria
Ingredients: (Can differ) Red wine, lemon, oranges, lime, sugar, orange juice, gin, triple sec, apples, raspberries and strawberries
This is also one of the drinks on this list that is not super low on calories, but you can always make your own with more fruit and less sugar to change that. Sangria is a great way to get a serving of fruit.
8. Bloody Mary
Ingredients: Vodka, tomato juice, horseradish, worcestershire sauce, tabasco, celery, salt and pepper
This may just be the healthiest drink on the list; it is very low calorie and packs a ton of nutrients, and is delicious :)
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