Soda/diet drink/cocktail substitute

enkiemonkey

I don't really drink soda or diet soda. But I am super social and I do go out with friends and have sugary cocktails or wine with my BF. Since starting on this journey I've really cut back on alcohol but also don't want to be out of place. This is a great recipe for at home or at the bar

I hand crush some mint, add in ice and hand squeeze half or one lemon into the glass then pour seltzer water over. It tastes super refreshing, next to zero calories (and has vitamin c from the lemon juice!) and looks like a cocktail. Almost all bars that serve cocktails will be able to do this for you too. And it's easy on the budget too

Enjoy!

Also for wine time, I add in ice, seltzer and a small amount pear juice to white wine. The French will think it's blasphemy but it's quite common in Vienna to do this. Great way to have a little wine but not overdose on calories.

lulalacroix

Those are great tips. Similar to what I do...sometimes.

tillthefitladysings

Love this, so clever!