Boost Your Health with These 8 Low-Sugar Superfood Cocktails

If you’re looking to enjoy delicious cocktails while keeping things as low-sugar as possible, you’re in luck. We’ve gathered some fantastic recipes that not only cut back on sugar (most are even keto-friendly if you stick to one per day) but also pack in superfood ingredients. These drinks are sure to impress your friends and family at your next get-together. I think you’ll really love them!

Spicy Watermelon Plunge
This hydrating cocktail packs over 26% of your daily Vitamin C. If you’re using super ripe watermelon, you can even skip the Domaine De Canton for a completely natural, sweet-spicy kick.

Serves: 2 | Glass: Rocks

Benefits:

• Cooling and hydrating

• Immune-boosting and antimicrobial

• Metabolism-boosting

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cubed, very ripe watermelon

• ½ to 1 ½ tablespoons diced jalapeño

• ½ oz lime juice

• 3 oz silver tequila

• ½ oz Domaine De Canton (optional)

• A pinch of heavy sea salt

Aromatics & Garnish:

• Ripe blackberry

• Slice of jalapeño

• Kosher salt

How to Make It:

1. Rim a rocks glass with a lime wedge and dip it in kosher salt. Add an ice ball or large ice cubes to the glass.

2. In a cocktail shaker, add the watermelon and muddle it well.

3. Add the rest of the ingredients along with a couple of ice cubes, then shake until well chilled.

4. Strain over the ice.

5. Garnish with a blackberry and a slice of jalapeño.

Note: If your watermelon is super juicy or if you prefer a tart cocktail, simply leave out the Domaine De Canton.

Popeye’s Secret
This drink might look like a boozy dessert smoothie, but it’s jam-packed with nutrients—an astonishing 937% of your daily Vitamin K, 39% of your magnesium, plus loads of iron, Vitamin C, and other key nutrients you wouldn’t expect. It’s tough to decide if it belongs in a smoothie bar or on the keto cocktail hall of fame!

Serves: 1 | Glass: Stemless Wine Glass

Benefits:

• Loaded with iron, potassium, magnesium, and fiber

• Boosts bone health with Vitamin K

• Satiating and appetite-curbing

• Better than dessert!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup baby spinach

• 3/4 cup ice

• 1 1/2 oz vodka

• 1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk

• ½ to 1 tablespoon monk fruit sweetener (or your choice)

• 1 teaspoon cacao nibs

• 1/4 teaspoon peppermint (adjust to your taste)

Aromatics & Garnish:

• A sprinkle of cacao nibs

• A smacked mint leaf

How to Make It:

1. Place all ingredients except the cacao nibs into a blender and process until smooth.

2. Add the cacao nibs and pulse just until they’re broken up.

3. Pour the drink into a glass and top with a light sprinkle of cacao nibs. Garnish with a mint leaf.

4. Enjoy your nutrient-packed treat!

Note: This creamy keto cocktail is unbelievably tasty, full of antioxidants and healthy fats—an excellent post-workout treat.

Cucumber Mint Spatini
This cocktail is as refreshing as a day at the spa. The cooling effects of mint and cucumber, along with healthy pectin, help nourish your cells from the inside out. It’s the perfect drink to rehydrate your mind, body, and soul.

Serves: 1 | Glass: Martini

Benefits:

• Hydrating and detoxifying

• Anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting

• Aids digestion

• Feels like a day at the spa!

Ingredients:

• 1 baby Persian cucumber

• 2 to 3 mint leaves

• 1 1/2 oz vodka

• 1/4 oz Domaine De Canton

• 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice

• A pinch of Himalayan sea salt

Aromatics & Garnish:

• A cucumber slice

• A smacked mint leaf

How to Make It:

1. Add a large ice ball to a martini glass.

2. In a shaker, add the cucumber and muddle it well.

3. Smack and tear the mint leaves, add them to the shaker, then add the rest of the ingredients with a few ice cubes, and shake to chill.

4. Strain into your martini glass over the ice ball, and garnish with a cucumber slice and mint leaf.

Note: You can also blend all the ingredients with a bit of ice for a slightly different twist.

The Elegant Lady
This cocktail brings a classy, youthful vibe with a perfect balance of fresh pear and sage. With a bright pop of Prosecco and a juicy finish when you savor the flavor-soaked pear gems, this drink is as delightful as it is elegant.

Serves: 1 | Glass: Rocks

Benefits:

• Packed with antioxidants from pear, lemon, and sage

• Provides Vitamin A for youthful skin and hair

• Pear pectin helps smooth the tummy

• Sage offers anti-microbial benefits for healthy gums

Ingredients:

• 1 thick, ripe Anjou pear wedge

• 2 sage leaves

• 1/4 oz lemon juice

• 1 1/2 oz vodka

• 1/4 oz St. Germaine

• A Prosecco float (or a splash of soda water)

Aromatics & Garnish:

• A fresh, smacked sage leaf

How to Make It:

1. Dice the pear finely and muddle it in a shaker.

2. Smack and tear the sage leaves, then add them to the shaker.

3. Add the remaining ingredients with ice, shake well, and pour over crushed ice.

4. Top with a Prosecco float or a splash of soda water, garnish with a sage leaf, and enjoy!

Note: Leaving the skin on the pear adds extra antioxidants, boosting both the flavor and your health.

Redhead in Spring
One of my all-time favorites, this cocktail is a real crowd-pleaser. Its simple yet stunning flavor profile, combining lemon and strawberries, delivers a delightful kick that’s perfect for impressing any guest.

Serves: 1 | Glass: Martini

Benefits:

• Anti-inflammatory benefits from lemon and strawberries

• Helps balance blood sugar with berries

• Packed with immune-boosting antioxidants

• A real show-stopper to brighten any table

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe strawberries

• 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice

• 1 1/2 oz gin

• 1/2 oz St. Germaine

• A very light pinch of sea salt

Aromatics & Garnish:

• A strawberry

• Fresh basil leaves

• A thin slice of Persian cucumber

How to Make It:

1. Smack a fresh basil leaf and use it to rim a martini glass. Run a strawberry around the rim for added aroma, then set them aside and add a large ice ball to the glass.

2. Muddle the strawberries in a shaker, add the remaining ingredients with a scoop of ice, and shake well to chill.

3. Strain into the martini glass and garnish with a strawberry slice, a thin cucumber slice, and the smacked basil leaf.

4. For the best flavor, let the drink rest on the ice ball for a few minutes before serving.

Note: If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, simply add more strawberries. You can also swap St. Germaine for Domaine De Canton for a different twist.

Harajuku Tea Time
Inspired by long shopping days in Tokyo, this uplifting cocktail will fire up your mind, mood, and metabolism. Pineapple offers a great spectrum of B vitamins and natural enzymes, while matcha provides thermogenic and brain-boosting benefits. It’s an exotic pick-me-up that’s perfect when you need a little lift.

Serves: 1 | Glass: Highball (tall glass)

Benefits:

• Detoxifying and refreshing

• Boosts memory with EGCG and B vitamins

• Contains digestive enzymes for a happy tummy

• Helps relieve stress and improves mood

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup finely diced pineapple

• 1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or similar)

• 1/3 teaspoon matcha powder

• 1 1/2 oz gin

• Ice for shaking and serving

Aromatics & Garnish:

• A fresh mint leaf

• A pineapple wedge

How to Make It:

1. Run a pineapple wedge along the rim of your highball glass and set it aside for garnish.

2. In a shaker, muddle the diced pineapple.

3. Add the remaining ingredients and shake well until chilled.

4. Strain into the glass over ice.

5. Garnish with the pineapple wedge and a sprig of mint.

Optional: For an extra burst of flavor, spoon some of the muddled pineapple into the bottom of the glass before serving.

Fun Fact: Matcha’s high chlorophyll content makes it a rich alkaline superfood, helping to detox your body and shift your pH balance from acidic to alkaline.

Golden Cowboy
Move over, Spanish Coffee—there’s a new, slimmed-down cowboy in town. This velvety “East Meets West” cocktail might become your new favorite whiskey drink. It combines the superfood benefits of turmeric-fueled “golden milk” with a hearty whiskey kick, perfect for warming up a cozy night.

Serves: 1 | Glass: Glass Mug

Benefits:

• Anti-inflammatory

• Antiviral and immune-boosting

• Aids digestion

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 oz whiskey

• 1 1/2 teaspoons maple syrup (or substitute with monk fruit or stevia for zero sugar)

• 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream

• 1/8 teaspoon turmeric (or more to taste)

• 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

• 3 oz hot water

Aromatics & Garnish:

• A fresh cinnamon stick

How to Make It:

1. In a shaker, combine the whiskey, maple syrup (or chosen sweetener), heavy cream, and spices. Shake well.

2. Pour the mixture into a mug and top it off with hot water.

3. Stir with a cinnamon stick, which also acts as a garnish and helps infuse more flavor as you sip.

Note: Feel free to add more turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger to taste for an extra flavor and health boost. This cozy drink is perfect for those chilly autumn and winter nights.

Nick’s Picnic
This cocktail is a hit among both seasoned whiskey drinkers and newcomers. It’s a robust, punchy drink with a satisfying whiskey kick and a blackberry richness that will knock your socks off.

Serves: 2 | Glass: Rocks

Benefits:

• Boosts youthful skin and collagen with Vitamin C

• Strengthens bones with Vitamin K

• Packed with cancer-fighting antioxidants

• A crowd-pleasing cocktail for any occasion

Ingredients:

• 4-6 ripe blackberries

• 3 oz quality whiskey (like Woodford Reserve)

• 1/2 to 3/4 oz Domaine De Canton

• 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice

• A dash of rhubarb bitters (optional)

Aromatics & Garnish:

• 2 large basil leaves

How to Make It:

1. Smack a basil leaf and use it to rim a rocks glass, then add a large ice ball. Set the basil aside for garnish.

2. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blackberries until well broken down.

3. Add the remaining ingredients along with a couple of ice cubes and shake well to chill.

4. Strain into the prepared glass and garnish with the basil leaves.

Hot Secret: If you want to intensify the flavor, heat the blackberries on the stove or in the microwave before muddling—they’ll release an amazing aroma and extra sweetness.

Note: Did you know whiskey has as many antioxidants as wine? Combined with the blackberries, this drink packs a powerful health punch.

Harajuku Tea Time
Inspired by long shopping days in Tokyo, this cocktail is an exotic, uplifting treat to keep your mind, mood, and metabolism energized. Pineapple brings a burst of B vitamins and natural enzymes, while matcha provides a brain-boosting kick.

Serves: 1 | Glass: Highball (tall glass)

Benefits:

• Detoxifying and refreshing

• Memory-boosting with EGCG and B vitamins

• Aids digestion with natural enzymes

• Enhances mood and relieves stress

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup finely diced pineapple

• 1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or a similar alternative)

• 1/3 teaspoon matcha powder

• 1 1/2 oz gin

• Ice for shaking

Aromatics & Garnish:

• A fresh mint leaf

• A pineapple wedge

How to Make It:

1. Run a pineapple wedge along the rim of your highball glass for a burst of aroma, and set it aside.

2. Add the diced pineapple to a cocktail shaker and muddle it well.

3. Add the almond milk, matcha, gin, and ice; then shake until the cocktail is well chilled.

4. Strain into the glass over ice.

5. Garnish with the pineapple wedge and a sprig of mint.

Optional: For an extra enzyme boost, spoon some muddled pineapple into the bottom of the glass before serving.

Golden Cowboy
Say hello to the new slimmed-down cowboy in town! This velvety, “East Meets West” cocktail is a cozy, soul-soothing drink that blends whiskey with the superfood benefits of turmeric-fueled golden milk.

Serves: 1 | Glass: Glass Mug

Benefits:

• Anti-inflammatory

• Antiviral and immune-boosting

• Aids digestion

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 oz whiskey

• 1 1/2 teaspoons maple syrup (or monk fruit/stevia for zero sugar)

• 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream

• 1/8 teaspoon turmeric (add more if you like)

• 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

• 3 oz hot water

Aromatics & Garnish:

• A fresh cinnamon stick

How to Make It:

1. Combine whiskey, maple syrup, cream, and spices in a shaker. Shake well.

2. Pour the mixture into a mug and top with hot water.

3. Stir with a cinnamon stick, which adds flavor and serves as a garnish.

Tip: Feel free to boost the spices for an even richer flavor. This warm drink is perfect for cold nights and even helps fend off the flu.

Nick’s Picnic
This robust, refreshing cocktail is a hit whether you’re a seasoned whiskey drinker or just trying something new. With a satisfying whiskey kick and the rich flavor of blackberries, it’s sure to impress.

Serves: 2 | Glass: Rocks

Benefits:

• Boosts youthful skin and collagen with Vitamin C

• Supports bone health with Vitamin K

• Packed with cancer-fighting antioxidants

• A real crowd-pleaser

Ingredients:

• 4-6 ripe blackberries

• 3 oz quality whiskey (try Woodford Reserve)

• 1/2 to 3/4 oz Domaine De Canton

• 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice

• A dash of rhubarb bitters (optional)

Aromatics & Garnish:

• 2 large basil leaves

How to Make It:

1. Smack a basil leaf, use it to rim a rocks glass, and add a large ice ball. Set the basil aside.

2. Muddle the blackberries in a cocktail shaker.

3. Add the rest of the ingredients and a couple of ice cubes, then shake until well chilled.

4. Strain into the glass and garnish with basil leaves.

Hot Tip: If you heat the blackberries on the stove or in the microwave before muddling, you’ll release an extra burst of flavor and sweetness.

Note: Whiskey is known to have as many antioxidants as wine, and combined with blackberries, it makes for a potent healing tonic!

These recipes prove that you don’t have to sacrifice taste for health. Whether you’re after a refreshing, hydrating drink like the Cucumber Mint Spatini or something cozy and warming like the Golden Cowboy, there’s a cocktail here that can fit your lifestyle. Cheers to enjoying a delicious cocktail that’s both indulgent and good for you!