Reducing a cocktail's caloric density requires managing both alcohol volume (ABV) and sugar content. These recipes replace heavy syrups and sweet liqueurs with fresh herbs, club soda, and controlled portions of citrus, or utilize lower-proof bases like dry vermouth and sherry to create lighter, refreshing highballs and sours without sacrificing flavor depth.

Espresso Martini (low-calorie)
Vodka

Gin Basil Smash (low-calorie)
London dry gin

Martinez (oude version)
Oude genever

Vodka Sour (low-calorie)
Vodka

Whiskey Sour (low-calorie)
Bourbon

Bloody Mary (low-calorie)
Vodka

Buck’s Fizz
Dry sparkling wine

Mojito (low-calorie)
White rum

Sazerac (low-calorie)
Bourbon

Tom Collins (low-calorie)
London dry gin

White Lady (low-calorie)
London dry gin

Daiquiri (low-calorie)
White rum

Long Island Iced Tea (low-calorie)
White rum, London dry gin, Vodka, Tequila blanco, Triple sec

Margarita (low-calorie)
Tequila reposado

Mimosa
Prosecco extra dry

Vodka Collins (low-calorie)
Vodka

Cosmopolitan (low-calorie)
Citron vodka

Caipirinha (low-calorie)
Cachaça

Mint Julep (low-calorie)
Bourbon

New York Sour (low-calorie)
Bourbon

Scotch Whisky Highball
Blended Scotch whisky

Bicicletta Spritz
White wine, Red bitter

Gin Sling (low-calorie)
London dry gin

Verdita (makes 12 Shots)
Non alcoholic