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Low-Calorie Gin and Tonic Alternative
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A Low-Cal Happy Hour: Elderflower Gin Cordial

It may be my obsession with Downton Abbey and the BBC's Sherlock, but lately I've been craving classic English cocktails: gin and tonics, for example.
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It may be my obsession with Downton Abbey and the BBC's Sherlock, but lately I've been craving classic English cocktails: gin and tonics, for example. The problem is, tonic water is not diet-friendly. Most store-bought brands contain corn syrup and just as many calories as a sugary soda.

This gin and tonic variation substitutes zero-calorie soda water for the tonic, and the splash of elderflower liqueur complements the juniper flavor of the gin, giving it a clean and refreshing finish. The next time you are in need of a G and T, opt for an elderflower gin cordial instead — it's free of corn syrup and falls under the 200-calorie mark.

Learn how to make this cocktail after the break!

Gin and Tonic Variation Recipe
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Happy Hour: Garden & Tonic

After what's seemed like five straight months of unrelenting chill and fog, a few Summer days have finally descended on the city, and it's hot.
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After what's seemed like five straight months of unrelenting chill and fog, a few Summer days have finally descended on the city, and it's hot. I'm talking feel-the-sidewalks-baking, pool-dipping hot — a rare sight in June in San Francisco.

It's climes like these that call for a refreshing spritzer of a cocktail. It's hard to beat a classic gin and tonic, but this variation — which includes elderflower liqueur, mint, cucumber, and celery bitters — is far better. Don't skimp on the celery bitters; they add grassy notes that add another level of complexity.

For the recipe, keep reading.

Come Party With Me: Father's Day — Drinks
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Come Party With Me: Father's Day — Drinks

For your Father's Day celebration, skip the froufrou-fruity cocktails and serve a potent classic instead.
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For your Father's Day celebration, skip the froufrou-fruity cocktails and serve a potent classic instead. Since the only libation my dad drinks is a Tanqueray and tonic, this is what we'll be mixing.

To make it more special than his everyday drink, I'm adding fresh herbs. They'll give the drink an extra layer of flavor. We'll also stock up on beer, wine, and soda. Look at the jazzed-up gin and tonic recipe when you read more

Come Party With Me: Heroes Season Premiere — Drinks
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Come Party With Me: Heroes Season Premiere — Drinks

What cocktail pairs perfectly with a traditional meat and mashed potato TV dinner?
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What cocktail pairs perfectly with a traditional meat and mashed potato TV dinner? A classic gin and tonic served in a chilled glass. It's a simple, no-fuss drink that will nicely complement the menu for my Heroes season premiere party.

I'll also have a couple bottles of red wine on hand to enjoy with dinner. Water, beer, and sodas are a must for those who dislike gin. To look at the recipe for this uncomplicated cocktail, read more

Which Has Fewer Calories: Champagne or Gin & Tonic
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Which Has Fewer Calories: Champagne or Gin & Tonic

On nights out, when I am waiting for a table at my favorite restaurant, I like to have a cocktail.
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On nights out, when I am waiting for a table at my favorite restaurant, I like to have a cocktail. I often want a drink with a little bit of carbonation. The bubbles put me in a festive mood. So when trying to decide between my two favorites, Champagne or a Gin & Tonic, I like to factor in calories. So, do you know which drink has FEWER calories?

Which Has More Calories: Gin & Tonic or Mojito?
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Which Has More Calories: Gin & Tonic or Mojito?

The weather is turning and that means this weekend you may be opting for a cooler drink.
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The weather is turning and that means this weekend you may be opting for a cooler drink. Maybe a Gin & Tonic? Perhaps a Mojito? Before you go there, this quiz will educate you on which spring cocktail has more calories.