6 sparkling party drinks with and without alcohol

Cocktails and long drinks are popular alternatives to classics like beer and wine. And no wonder. Thanks to a wide variety of flavor combinations, there's bound to be a drink to suit every palate. However, they often contain a lot of sugar and alcohol. If you're looking for healthier alternatives and would like to buy or make your own non-alcoholic party drinks , you've come to the right place. We'll introduce you to six refreshing party drink recipes for your event.

Party drinks containing alcohol

The best party drinks are the ones your guests will enjoy. Since tastes vary, it's best to offer a wide selection of different drinks. That way, everyone can find something they like. We'll show you how to create delicious party drinks with less sugar and less alcohol . Sometimes, just a few small changes are all it takes to make your party drinks healthier and more palatable.

Alcoholic Drink #1: Sugar-Free Mojito

The Mojito is a popular party drink traditionally sweetened with brown sugar, making it a real calorie bomb. However, this iconic Cuban drink actually tastes great unsweetened. The tart note from the limes can be especially refreshing in summer. You can enhance this even further by using CALOW instead of regular mineral water. For a sparkling and invigorating sugar-free Mojito, you'll need the following ingredients per cocktail:

• 1 lime
• 6 mint leaves
• 4 tablespoons of rum
• Crushed ice
• 250ml CALOW grapefruit-lime

Alcoholic Drink #2: Aperol Spritz with less alcohol

The wonderfully bitter and slightly fruity taste of Aperol harmonizes perfectly with sparkling wine. Together, the duo seems unbeatable. It's ideal for toasting at parties. However, it does come with a hefty alcohol content, as both sparkling wine and Aperol have a high alcohol level. You can reduce this somewhat by replacing the sparkling wine with one of the CALOW varieties , which contain only around 4% alcohol. For our recipe, you'll need these ingredients:

• 1 organic orange
• 40 ml Aperol
• ice cubes
• 90 ml CALOW in your preferred flavor

Alcoholic Drink #3: Tinto de Verano

Tinto de Verano is a Spanish wine spritzer that's incredibly easy to make. It's a high-quality alternative to sangria and is prepared with your choice of dry, semi-dry, or sweet red wine and mixed with sweet lemon soda. If you'd like to make your party drink lower in sugar, we recommend using CALOW lemon-flavored soda instead of regular soda. It contains significantly less sugar per 100 ml, and the calorie count is also slightly lower. To create a delicious Tinto de Verano, you'll need these ingredients:

• 50 ml red wine
• 100 ml CALOW
• An orange slice
• ice cubes

Party drinks without alcohol

Of course, you should always offer your guests non-alcoholic party drinks. Besides classic soft drinks and the obligatory mineral water, there are also creative non-alcoholic party drinks that can be refreshing, fruity, or even wonderfully bitter and very sweet at the same time. Including these in your party drinks plan is sure to surprise a few guests.

Non-alcoholic drink #1: Ipanema

The Ipanema, also known as the Virgin Caipirinha , delights the palate with an intense, fresh, fruity, and simultaneously bitter flavor combination. The secret ingredient is ginger beer . Contrary to what the name might suggest, it's alcohol-free. It's ginger-based and therefore has a correspondingly bitter taste. For a good Ipanema, you'll need the following:

• 1 lime
• 40 ml passion fruit juice
• 80 ml Ginger Beer
• 3 mint leaves
• Crushed ice

Non-alcoholic drink #2: Virgin Sunrise

As you might have guessed, this drink is inspired by the Tequila Sunrise , which, with its beautiful color gradient, is also a visual delight. This version is, of course, completely tequila-free and tastes wonderfully fruity. You will need:

• 300 ml orange juice
• 150 ml pineapple juice
• 4 tsp lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons grenadine
• ice cubes

Non-alcoholic drink #3: Homemade iced tea

Drivers often prefer drinks at parties that contain caffeine but are alcohol-free . If you'd like to offer your guests an alternative to classic coffee, why not serve them a delicious iced tea? Black tea is an excellent base. The important thing is to cool the tea down with ice cubes immediately after brewing. This prevents it from becoming bitter. For a refreshing lemon iced tea, you'll need these ingredients:

• 1 bag of black tea
• 1 organic lemon
• Sugar or stevia for sweetening
• Lemon balm
• ice cubes

FAQs about party drinks

To ensure your celebration is a complete success and you know which drinks to order for your party, we have answered a few questions for you here.

What are the most popular party drinks?

There are many popular party drinks. Among cocktails, true classics like the Mojito and Caipirinha are certainly at the forefront. You can't go wrong with our sugar-free Mojito or the Ipanema, the non-alcoholic version of the Caipirinha.

Party drinks with alcohol: What are the must-haves?

Beer and wine are essential at any party. They're absolute classics that are enjoyed by many guests. For special celebrations, sparkling wine is also a great option for a toast. You can also treat your guests to cocktails.

What non-alcoholic party drinks should I offer?

Water should definitely be on your party drinks list. Ideally, offer it to your guests both still and sparkling. Soft drinks like cola and the like aren't necessary. You can easily replace them with homemade non-alcoholic drinks.

What are the best ideas for party drinks?

Surprise your guests with creative drinks. Everyone knows classics like Mojito and Aperol Spritz. A little twist gives them that certain something. We recommend simply mixing your party drinks with CALOW.