by Cascade Ice on March 22, 2021
It’s that magical time of the year when we start to see green again, in the form of spring flowers blooming and people celebrating St. Patrick’s Day by wearing the emerald color. A great way to celebrate with friends and family is to whip up some quick cocktails, but what if you’re trying to stick to a healthy lifestyle and keep your daily sugar and calorie intake low? We’ve got the perfect, simple recipe to help you get in the spirit of this lucky holiday … and of course, it’s green!
Skinny Sparkling Shamrock Sangria
2 bottles of Moscato wine
3 ounces of Triple Sec
2 bottles of Cascade Ice Sparkling Water in Kiwi Strawberry
3 cups of fresh, sliced strawberries
4 cups of ice
Pour wine into a large punch bowl or pitcher. Add Triple Sec and strawberries and stir gently. Chill for 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Just before serving, top with Cascade Ice Sparkling Water. Stir gently and serve over ice. If you desire sangria with a bolder green color, simply add 6 drops of green food coloring!
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by Cascade Ice on February 26, 2021
Want to try something a little different? Something that will put a pep in your step, and make you really look forward to your next happy hour? We’ve got the perfect, light cocktail made with Cascade Ice Sparkling Water! Based on the classic gin rickey cocktail, this Raspberry Lemonade Gin Seltzer puts a fizzy, fruity spin on the old favorite. It’s perfect for welcoming warmer temperatures that are just around the corner with Spring coming.
Not a big gin fan? No worries! You can easily sub vodka or another clear spirit (even white wine!) or, leave out the alcohol altogether for a fun, fruity “mocktail”! The most important step to bring out the fresh fruit flavor is to remember to muddle the fresh raspberries and mix with honey and lime, which intensifies the raspberry flavor in the drink. Even with these sweet flavors, this cocktail is low-calorie, and low-sugar, so sip away!
Read on to make your own and let us know how you like it!
Raspberry Lemonade Gin Seltzer
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
6 oz. Cascade Ice Sparkling Water in Lemonade
2 oz. Gin
1 tsp. honey
Splash of lime juice
Small handful of ice
Place raspberries at the bottom of your preferred cocktail glass (we prefer a champagne glass), add honey and lime juice. Muddle together until coarsely pureed. Add gin and ice. Slowly pour Cascade Ice Water over the top, and gently stir (it will be fizzy!).
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by Cascade Ice on January 21, 2021
Have you ever had a classic “Sea Breeze” cocktail made popular in the 1980’s? It was famous for its simple mix of vodka, cranberry juice, and grapefruit juice, and boasted a distinct sweet yet tart flavor. Like most cocktails, it has been adapted over time to include different ingredients, and we’d like to think that our version is the best yet!
This take on the classic Sea Breeze cocktail can be enjoyed any time of the year, and is a lower-calorie, lower-sugar version that still has delectable, crisp flavors that remind us of warmer temperatures.
The key to making this drink is to strike the perfect balance between sweet and sour, so we use Cascade Ice Sparkling Water in Pink Grapefruit to make an even more bubbly and refreshing version of the popular cocktail. If you prefer a mocktail, use more sparkling water in place of the vodka. Using gin is also a great option if you prefer, you can substitute the vodka for gin. Read on for the full recipe and enjoy!
Cascade Ice Winter Breeze Skinny Cocktail
1.5 oz vodka (substitute with gin, if desired)
3 oz low-sugar cranberry juice
2 oz of Cascade Ice Sparkling Water in Pink Grapefruit
3-5 drops of grapefruit bitters (for a sweeter taste, if desired)
Ice
Fill a tall glass with ice. Add all ingredients together and stir well.
Garnish with a slice of fresh grapefruit
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by Cascade Ice on December 18, 2020
Baby it’s cold outside! And we’re in for a long winter of staying home and staying safe, so what better way to enjoy the little things in the comfort of your own home than a delicious cocktail? Traditionally considered a “summer” drink, this Holiday version of our Lemon-Lime margarita will have you feeling the warmth this holiday season and dreaming of 2021 beach vacations and sunny getaways!
Read on to find out how easy it is to whip up this low-calorie, low-sugar cocktail that can even be made into a “mocktail” by leaving out the tequila!
Cascade Ice Holiday Lemon-Lime Margarita
1.5 ounces of clear tequila
1 ounce of fresh cranberry juice
.5 ounces of lemon juice
Fresh cranberries
2 ounces of Cascade Ice USDA Organic Sparkling Water in Lemon Lime
Lime and/or lemon wedges for garnish
Ice
Combine first four ingredients in a shaker with ice, pour contents into glass of choice, top with Cascade Ice and garnish with lemon and lime wedges. Optional: Top the glass with several fresh cranberries for a little more sweetness, and a touch of beautiful holiday color! Enjoy!
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