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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Beverage Recipes

    Berry Vodka Cocktails (Sugar-Free)

    By: Amy Katz · Published: Jun 25, 2018 · Last modified: Oct 6, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Berry Vodka Cocktails are quick to make with only a few ingredients. You don't even need a shaker to make these fruity sparkling beverages. And these festive summer drinks sugar-free.

    Cocktails garnished with fresh berries and gold paper straws

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    While I'm not much of a drinker, I do enjoy a delicious cocktail on holidays and special occasions. And the prettier the drink, the better!

    I'm particularly fond of fruity beverages that are naturally sweetened. That's why I decided to create these gorgeous summery berry vodka cocktails.

    Berry Vodka Cocktails garnished with fresh strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries shown with basil leaves, lemon, and Absolut America Vodka bottle

    Red, White, and Blue

    The inspiration for Berry Vodka Cocktails was the festive red, white, and blue Absolut America vodka bottle I picked up.

    Muddling fresh mixed berries and basil leaves in a glass

    Simple to make

    It's really easy to make Berry Vodka Cocktails. First you add the berries and basil to a tall glass.

    You don't need to have a cocktail shaker to make these mixed drinks. And if you want to make several at once, you can use a pitcher to make a batch.

    Anyway, use an inexpensive muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to crush the fruit and herbs. This brings out the flavors and will turn your beverage a beautiful color.

    Pouring vodka into the glass the muddled fruit and basil

    No professional bartender skills needed

    Since I'm not good at estimating the amounts, I use shot glasses to measure out the vodka and fresh lemon juice. I like the ones that have the measurements listed on the side.

    But if you make a lot of cocktails, feel free to eyeball it. The vodka and lemon juice go into the glass with the muddled berries and basil.

    Then add as much ice to the glass as you like. I prefer using crushed ice, but ice cubes are fine, too.

    Pouring club soda into the glass

    Sparkling

    The last ingredient is club soda. You don't need to measure the club soda. Just add as much as you like.

    I prefer to top off my glass since I don't like overly strong cocktails. But the choice is up to you.

    Easy Berry Vodka Cocktails with gold straws on red and blue napkins

    Refined sugar-free

    Did you notice that I didn't add any sugar to the drink? It's easy to keep these cocktails sugar-free since the fresh berries add just the right amount of sweetness. As a result, a berry vodka cocktail is under 150 calories.

    Berry Vodka Cocktail with gold straw and fresh berries garnish on a red napkin with another cocktail in the background

    Summer entertaining

    Berry Vodka Cocktails pair well with all sorts of cuisines. You can serve them at backyard BBQs with veggie burgers, vegan potato salad, and Apricot Crumble.

    Or try them with BBQ Ranch Chickpea Salad and Cheesy Potato Wedges. I even enjoy them with Orange Tofu and Marinated Asparagus Spears.

    More cocktail recipes

    Not only are these alcoholic beverages delicious, they are also very pretty. And for those under 21, they are just as festive made without the vodka as a colorful mocktail.

    For more easy drink recipes, try these favorites:

    • Spiked Iced Tea
    • Fresh Pineapple Mojito
    • Mexican Paloma by Thyme & Love
    • Sparkling Watermelon Refresher

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    Easy Berry Vodka Cocktails (sugar-free)

    Berry Vodka Cocktail

    Easy Berry Vodka Cocktails are quick to make with only a few ingredients. You don't even need a shaker. And these festive summer drinks sugar-free. 
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    Course: Beverage
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 141kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Equipment

    • cocktail muddler

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and/or sliced strawberries)
    • 3 fresh basil leaves
    • 1 ½ ounces Absolut vodka
    • ½ ounce fresh lemon juice
    • ice, crushed or cubes
    • club soda
    • additional berries for garnish, (optional)
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    Instructions

    • Muddle the berries and basil in a tall glass.
    • Pour in the lemon juice and vodka.
    • Add as much ice as desired.
    • Top off the glass with club soda.
    • Stir and garnish with additional fresh berries, if desired. Enjoy!

    Notes

    To make several cocktails at once, use a pitcher instead of glasses for making the cocktails.
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 7.4mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    About Amy

    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on NBC News, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, PureWow, Brides, LIVEKINDLY, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

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    1. Bailey kay

      May 04, 2022 at 5:44 am

      5 stars
      I love this. Me and my husband are going on a diet and this fits it exactly!

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      • Amy Katz

        May 04, 2022 at 11:00 am

        That's fantastic! I hope you both enjoy them.

        Reply
    2. Barbara

      January 01, 2019 at 8:05 pm

      5 stars
      very refreshing. I did not add the sparkling water because I don't like carbonation. it was wonderful without it. not too sweet, not too strong, just right. it does leave room for another cocktail which makes me happy.

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      • Amy

        January 02, 2019 at 3:09 pm

        Thank you, Barbara! Happy New Year!

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