Skinny Cocktails the Biter
Sip your way into citrusy bliss with the refreshing and guilt-free 'Skinny Cocktails the Biter.' This invigorating low-calorie cocktail combines the botanical notes of gin with the tangy sweetness of fresh grapefruit and lime juice for a perfectly balanced burst of flavor. A splash of sparkling water adds a bubbly twist, while a dash of Angostura bitters provides an elegant herbal complexity. Garnished with a fresh grapefruit slice and mint leaves, this drink is as gorgeous as it is delicious. With optional simple syrup for a touch of sweetness, it’s easily customizable to suit your palate. Ready in just five minutes, this sparkling libation is ideal for health-conscious cocktail lovers seeking a fizzy, tart, and vibrant drink that doesn’t compromise on taste or style.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Gin
- 2 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 oz Simple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- 2 oz Sparkling water
- 1 dash Dash of Angostura bitters
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 slice Grapefruit slice (for garnish)
- 2 leaves Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup (if using).
Fill the shaker with ice cubes, then secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Top with sparkling water and add a dash of Angostura bitters for a hint of herbal complexity.
Gently stir to combine and garnish with a slice of grapefruit and fresh mint leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy the tangy, fizzy, and refreshing Skinny Biter cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 140 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
