by Cascade Ice on May 24, 2012
It’s almost Memorial Day weekend—time to celebrate those who have served our great country and spend time with family and friends. Whether you’re headed out to the lake, a barbecue or just relaxing, try one of these low-calorie and delicious Memorial Day-themed drinks to toast the holiday!
A Cascade Ice Red White & Blueberry Spritzer is quite delicious and super low-calorie! Begin by muddling fresh blueberries in a chilled glass. Next, add 1 ½oz of blueberry-flavored vodka and a handful of ice. Add 8oz of Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Blueberry Watermelon and garnish with fresh blueberries. This drink is sure to be a hit!
For a party, it doesn’t get much better than Cascade Ice’s Star-Spangled Pineapple Punch. To create this fun and refreshing drink, pour 4oz Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Wild Berry over ice in your favorite party glass. Next, add 4oz of fresh pineapple juice and stir. Mix in fresh strawberries and blueberries along with 1 ½oz of your favorite rum. For a finishing touch, use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out pineapple stars. Enjoy!
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by Cascade Ice on May 17, 2012
The weather is beautiful this time of year—perfect for a family picnic in the park. It’s easy to pack sandwiches and other snacks, but don’t forget drinks! Toss some Cascade Ice in your cooler or picnic basket and whip up some of these easy recipes.
If you’re looking for a real crowd-pleaser, Cascade Ice’s Watermelon Coolers are the way to go! Start with 8oz Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Blueberry Watermelon. Next, add a splash of Sprite and pre-cut fresh watermelon. You can serve these up in a pitcher, or plastic cups if you choose!
Another refreshing drink to enjoy on a day in the park is Cascade Ice’s Picnic Punch! To whip up this tasty concoction, mix 8oz Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Huckleberry Blackberry with 8oz of apple juice. Garnish with fresh raspberries and a mint sprig!
And there you have it—two delicious and low-calorie picnic drinks that are super easy to make and take. Enjoy!
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by Cascade Ice on May 10, 2012
With Mother’s Day coming up this weekend, we thought—what better way to celebrate mom than with a delicious (and low-calorie) brunch cocktail? This Mother’s Day, relax and enjoy a little “me” time with these refreshing recipes!
You can’t go wrong with the classic mimosa! To create our slimmed down version, the Cascade Ice Orange Mango Mimosa, simply combine 1 part Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Orange Mango and 2 parts of your favorite champagne. Garnish with an orange slice and drop a cherry in for a fun twist. Add one of these to mom’s breakfast in bed and she’s sure to be impressed!
For a real treat, try a Cascade Ice Frozen Peach Bellini! Begin by combining ice and frozen peaches in a blender. Next, add 8oz Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Peach Mango. Pour in 1 ½oz champagne and 1 ½oz Peach Schnapps. Blend until smooth and garnish with fresh peaches. These tasty peach cocktails will pair perfectly with any brunch spread!
Cheers to you, mom!
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by Cascade Ice on May 3, 2012
There’s nothing better on a hot day than a refreshing, ice-cold glass of lemonade. Add a little kick to your traditional lemonade with these low-calorie recipes from Cascade Ice!
If you’re looking for something tart, tangy and all around invigorating, try a Rockin’ Raspberry Lemonade Spritzer! To create this perfect poolside thirst-quencher, mix 8oz of Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Raspberry Lemonade with the juice of two lemons. Then add a splash of club soda. Pour over ice, throw in a handful of fresh raspberries and you’re ready to enjoy!
For a tasty twist on the classic lemonade recipe, concoct a delicious batch of Electric Lemonade! Begin by pouring 8oz of Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Lemonade into a chilled glass. Next, add 1 ½oz of your favorite vodka to the mixture. To finish, squeeze in fresh lemon juice and keep the lemons in for even more lemon flavor! Add a few mint leaves to garnish. Yum!
