
4 low-calorie summer drinks (by Jimmy Sévigny)
Since summer is synonymous with fun, here are 4 low-calorie summer beverage recipes to enjoy guilt-free during the hot season!
Alcohol-free Sangria
- 2 cups (500 ml) diced seasonal fruits: cherries, limes, oranges, peaches, mangos, etc.
- 1 bottle (500 ml) Avril’s home brand naturallyorganic “ENERGY BOOST” kombucha
- 1 cup (250 ml) 100% pure passion fruit juice
- 1 litre (1000 ml) carbonated water
- 2 cups (500 ml) ice cubes
- Mint leaves
Mix all of the ingredients together
Number of servings: 10 x 250 ml
Number of calories per serving: 48
Alcohol-free Strawberry Daiquiri
- 2 cups (500 ml) fresh strawberries
- 1 cup (250 ml) sparkling water
- 2 tbsp. (30 ml) cane sugar
- 2 tbsp. (30 ml) lime juice
- 1 cup (250 ml) ice cubes
In a blender, mix all ingredients until a homogeneous texture is obtained.
Number of servings: 2
Number of calories per serving: 93
Ginger ale
- 1 cup (250 ml) cold soda water
- 2 tbsp. (30 ml) lemon juice
- 1 tsp. (5 ml) finely grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp. tea (5 ml) honey
Mix all of ingredients together.
Number of servings: 1
Number of calories per serving: 77
Sports drink with electrolytes
- 3 cups (750 ml) water
- 1 cup (250 ml) freshly squeezed orange juice (or any fruit juice)
- 2 tbsp. (30 ml) maple syrup
- 1 tsp. (5 ml) salt
Mix all ingredients together.
Number of servings: 2 x 500 ml
Number of calories per serving: 115