Low-calorie summer drinks 2026 – indulgence without guilt

A summer evening without a refreshing drink? Hardly imaginable. But many classics like Aperol Spritz, Hugo, or sweet cocktails are veritable calorie bombs – heavy, sweet, and often noticeable the next day. More and more people are therefore looking for lighter, lower-calorie alternatives that are still stylish and enjoyable.

The good news: There are other options. We'll show you which summer drinks will be trending in 2025 – and why CALOW Spritz is the perfect choice for mindful enjoyment.

Classics remain – but often too sweet and heavy

• Aperol Spritz – the Italian classic, but with around 280 kcal per glass, it's very high in calories.
• Hugo – fruity, fresh, but extremely sweet with over 10g of sugar per glass.
• Lillet Wild Berry – modern and berry-flavored, but also a sugar trap due to the lemonade.
• Pina Colada & Daiquiri – tropical and creamy, but true calorie bombs.

New Trends 2025

• Conscious enjoyment – ​​low-alcohol and low-calorie drinks are gaining in importance.
• Citrus & herbs – grapefruit, lime or basil are trending: fresh, aromatic, not too sweet.
• Ready-to-Drink – Pre-mixed drinks like CALOW – stylish, modern, ready to serve immediately.

Recipes for light summer drinks

Of course, we also want to give you some summer drink recipes that are frequently searched for and easy to make at home:

🍹 Aperol Sour – the classic reinterpreted

• 50 ml Aperol
• 25 ml lemon juice
• 25 ml orange juice

Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a glass filled with fresh ice. Fruity, refreshing – but, like any aperitif, quite sweet.

🌿 Infused Water – alcohol-free & refreshing

• mineral water
• Berries, lemon, cucumber or mint

Simply pour into a glass, let it steep and enjoy – perfect as an alcohol-free alternative.

🥂 CALOW Spritz – the modern alternative

Ready-mixed, with only 43 kcal per 100 ml , no added sugar and 6% alcohol by volume. Simply open the bottle, pour, and enjoy.

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Why CALOW is the better choice

• No added sugar – only 1.9 g of sugar per 100 ml
• Up to 70% fewer calories than Aperol Spritz & Co.
• 6% alcohol by volume – pleasantly light, not heavy.
• Vegan & gluten-free
• Ready to drink – no mixing, no fuss

Conclusion – the summer drink without regrets

Whether it's a barbecue, after work, or dinner with friends – CALOW makes it easy for you to enjoy yourself consciously without sacrificing style and taste. A modern spritz that refreshes you without weighing you down.

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