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Low Carb Summertime Drink Recipes

Colette-Heimowitz

Written by Colette Heimowitz, M.Sc. on June 8, 2023.

Scientifically reviewed by <p><strong><em>Jonathan Clinthorne, </em></strong><b><i>PhD Human</i></b> <strong>Nutrition</strong></p> <p><strong><em> </em></strong></p>

June 8, 2023

Keep it cool, fresh and fruity with these low carb, thirst-quenching drink recipes.

You can liven up warm-weather gatherings with easy, make-ahead drinks that can be poured from a pretty pitcher or ladled from a punch bowl.

Low Carb Summer Mixology

You’ll be the low carb mixology master with these low carb drink recipes:

Low Carb Blueberry Ginger Rum Punch

Hop on the punch trend with this light and low-alcohol drink infused with the flavors of blueberry and ginger. Colorful ice cubes with edible flowers and mint bring a festive touch. It’s perfect for wedding showers, baby showers or any summer gathering.

White Wine Sangria

White wine adds a light touch to this summery sangria.

Ginger Mint Lemonade

This all-age gingery-mint lemonade is a nice counterpoint to your “adults-only” drinks at a summer soiree.

Low Carb Summer Mocktail Recipes

You won’t miss the booze in these refreshing mocktails:

Cranberry Ginger Sparkler Mocktail

Bright cranberry brings this mocktail to life, while fresh ginger adds a nice kick.

Hibiscus Mojito Cooler Mocktail

Muddled mint is the base of most mojitos, and hibiscus tea brings a unique flavor.

Summer Watermelon Fizz Mocktail

Festive watermelon “ice cubes” keep this fruity drink cool.

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Colette Heimowitz, M.Sc.

Nutrition Advisor

Colette Heimowitz, M.Sc. is a former Director of Nutrition at The Atkins Center for Complementary Medicine in New York City. With 20+ years of experience as a nutrition expert, the NY Times best-selling author is the current Nutrition Advisor at Simply Good Foods Company.

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