Mixed drinks are often perceived as diet busters. Luckily, you can still indulge in a cocktail that’s low in sugar but rich in flavor by using seltzer water instead of high-calorie mixers or sodas. Try these ideas with vodka, gin, bourbon, or rum.

3 Cocktails to Make at Home With Seltzer

1. Cranberry Rosemary Gin & Soda

This wintry flavor combination is refreshing enough to revisit year-round. Simply fill a glass with ice and seltzer water, then top it off with one of two shots of your favorite gin. Mix in a spoonful of cranberry sauce or preserves, or mix cranberry juice with a bit of simple syrup. Garnish with raw cranberries and sprig of fragrant rosemary to add complexity.

2. Peach Mojitos

At the bottom of your glass, use a muddler to bring out the flavor of the mint leaves and fresh, diced peaches. Add ice, a shot of white rum, and a hefty amount of peach- or lemon-flavored seltzer water. If you’d like, you can sweeten the cocktail with some simple syrup or honey.

3. Honey Paloma

If you’re craving the rich, tropical taste of tequila, pair your liquor with grapefruit-flavored seltzer water to create this classic cocktail. Then, add a spritz of lime juice for tartness. For a hint of sweetness, mix honey and water until it dissolves into a syrup, then pour in a teaspoon. Unlike the sugary, sour margarita, this subtle take on a tequila sipper won’t leave you with a stomachache. 

Whatever your alcoholic drink of choice may be, you can find your cocktail ingredients at Evergreen Liquor Store of Kalispell, MT. With over 30 years of experience, they can guide you to the whiskey, rum, tequila, or liqueur that serves your tastebuds best. Stop by the store or call (406) 755-1408 to speak with a helpful staff member. Visit the website to learn more about their inventory.