mixed drinks
Cocktails, punches fizzes and other alcoholic combinations; and their alcohol free versions.
Bloody Caesar
Total time
5 minutes
Yield
1 serving
A seafood take on the typical bloody mary. It is a popular drink in Canada. Suppousedly alleviates hangover pains.
Caipirinha
Total time
5 minutes
Yield
1 serving
This combination originated in Brazil and it is considered a national treasure there. It became popular in many other countries. There are cocktail bars which only serve caipirihans, either the original recipe with lime or any of its many fruit variations.
Jun
18
2012
Citrus summer drinks
Aug
25
2010
Wine and health
As far back as 450 BC, physicians have recommended wine to combat fever, disinfect wounds and provide nutritional supplements. But Greek science also taught that the stars moved on heavenly spheres, so one has to be careful. Has anything been learned since?
Red grape varieties
Blueberry lime margarita
Total time
10 minutes
Yield
2 servings
One great low-calorie summer cocktail to try is the blueberry-lime margarita. This frozen deliciousness only contains 125 calories per serving.
Mojito low cal
Total time
5 minutes
Yield
1 servings
Mojitos are refreshing cocktails made with light rum. Very light to the taste, these summer cocktails are low in calories as well.
Sangria sparkler
Total time
10 minutes
Yield
4 servings
This recipe for low calorie sangria sparkler has all the taste of traditional sangria without all the calories. Try this refreshing summer drink.
Sloe gin
Total time
15 minutes
Yield
1 batch
Sloe gin has an interesting color and flavor. It is sweeter and more aromatic than ordinary gin. It is very easy to make.