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Our Favorite Healthy-ish Summer Cocktails

Our Favorite Healthy-ish Summer Cocktails

Summer is here and we couldn’t be more ready for sunshine, fresh grass, summer getaways, and happy hours, of course! That’s why we are sharing our top 5 favorite healthy-ish cocktails for this summer (and beyond). These cocktails give a fun twist to your usual Vodka Soda and are even somewhat healthy! They use fresh summer fruit and vegetables to hit every craving. 

At Mio, we believe that body care is about making your own rules, embracing your body and living your best life. We create powerful plant-based products for every skin and every body to boost your feel-great and empower you with confidence, helping you to love your body even further. These yummy cocktail recipes will be a great addition to your next BBQ or even great to partner for your next Friday night skin care routine! 

 

Pineapple Jalapeno-Infused Cocktail

The Pineapple Jalapeño-Infused Cocktail is super easy to make and is made with simple ingredients that might even be in your kitchen! The jalapeño-infused vodka can be made in advance and kept in your cabinet for the future. Top your natural flavored vodka with a splash of pineapple juice and lime flavored sparkling water. Garnish with fresh pineapple and a jalapeño slice if you are craving extra spice!

Read the full recipe from here. (via Physical Kitchness)

Perfect Pair: Treat yourself to a spicy Pineapple Jalapeño-Infused Cocktail and our Golden Hour Illuminating Body Moisturizer that gives your skin a healthy natural glow. Leaving your skin with a subtle bronzed glow with micro illuminating pearlescent minerals for instant radiance and a subtle shimmer which is as hydrating as a pineapple. 

Raspberry Summer Cocktail

Craving the perfect summer refreshing cocktail? Well, look no further! The Raspberry Summer Cocktail contains yummy antioxidants and is even under 100 calories per serving. Combine rum, fresh lemon juice and ginger beer. Top with sweet raspberries and lemon for garnish.

Read the full recipe here. (via Livestrong) 

Perfect Pair: Treat yourself to a refreshing Raspberry Summer Cocktail and our Solar Power Illuminating Sugar Body Scrub that will hydrate your skin back to life packed with smoothing ingredients for an ultra soft and deeply exfoliated skin. 

Blueberry Kombucha Mojito

This Blueberry Kombucha Mojito contains real fruit, beneficial kombucha, and is even vegan! Combine blueberries, pineapple, mint leaves, limes, maple syrup, water, kombucha, and vodka in a blender and pulse until your drink is perfectly smooth. Choose your favorite kombucha flavor, however, ginger flavored goes great with the recipe. Top with tonic water and a lime for garnish and enjoy!

Read the full recipe here. (via Flexitarian Nutrition)

Perfect Pair: Treat yourself to a healthy Blueberry Kombucha Mojito and our Get Waisted Stomach Firming Serum that is super charged with plant-based proteins and vitamins to improve your skin’s texture. 

 

Mango Margarita Boozy Smoothie

Here’s a fun twist on a yummy smoothie – adding tequila! Blend together fresh mango chunks (the sweeter the better!), ice, tequila, lots of lime juice, Grand Marnier liquor, and a pinch of salt. You can add a little simple syrup if you prefer a bit sweeter. Serve in chilled glasses with a lime wedge and a sprinkle of chili powder.

Read the full recipe here. (via How Sweet Eats)

Perfect Pair: Treat yourself to a delicious Mango Margarita Boozy Smoothie and our Sleeping Smoothie Overnight Body Serum leaves your skin radiant and feeling revitalized. As you sleep, this AHA body lotion gets to work to resurface your skin cells and give you noticeably glowier skin. Packed with brightening and moisturizing actives, your skin will feel instantly hydrated and radiant as soon as you wake up.

 

Watermelon Mint Twist 

Enjoy the perfect summer fruit – Watermelon – in this yummy cocktail. The Watermelon Mint Twist is super hydrating for a hot summer day. Shake together watermelon juice, vodka, a splash of lemon juice, and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker with ice. You can purchase from the store or make your own at home using fresh watermelon, a blender, and a strainer or cheesecloth. 

Read the full recipe here. (via Nutrition Stripped)

Perfect Pair: Treat yourself to a hydrating Watermelon Mint Twist and our Dive In Refreshing Body Wash, a refreshing whole body cleanser that removes sweat and impurities whilst leaving skin feeling super hydrated. Perfect for after your summer swims, this energizing body wash helps to protect your skin against the drying effects of salt water and chlorine for a truly refreshing, zingy feeling.

 

Be sure to tag us on Instagram @mioskincare if you make any of these healthy-ish summer cocktails! Enjoy!

 



Elizabeth Thomsen

Elizabeth Thomsen

Writer and expert