{"id":44219,"date":"2016-10-16T09:15:07","date_gmt":"2016-10-16T13:15:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=44219"},"modified":"2021-05-12T10:15:03","modified_gmt":"2021-05-12T14:15:03","slug":"autumn-low-calorie-cocktail-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/autumn-low-calorie-cocktail-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Autumn Cocktail Recipes Under 200 Calories"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Fall is officially here, and you know what that means: It\u2019s time to whip up a delicious seasonal drink<\/a>. But when you\u2019re stoking a fire and reaching for the bourbon, the last thing you want to think about is how many calories<\/a> those spirits might be setting you back. Luckily, we found nine recipes with autumnal twists \u2014 all for 200 calories or less. (To slash that count even further, try using stevia instead of sugar, or hit up one of these other smart tips<\/a>.) Now just sit back, relax and watch the leaves turn.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>15 Cocktails Under 150 Calories (and Better Than Vodka-Soda)<\/a><\/p>\n

10 Autumn Cocktail Recipes for Drinks You Won<\/strong>\u2019t Regret<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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1. Pumpkin and Apple Cider Fizz<\/a><\/strong> (158 calories)
\nNo artificial flavors here: This delicious drink features real pumpkin puree, in addition to apple cider, ginger beer and vanilla vodka. (Yes, that\u2019s four essential fall flavors, all in one glass.) Plus, did we mention that pumpkin<\/a> is a nutritional superstar? It\u2019s loaded with vitamin A, packed with plenty of vitamin C and also squeezes in some carotenoids, which can help protect your eyes. Imbibe while carving your jack-o-lantern for optimal enjoyment! Photo and recipe: Brandon Matzek \/ <\/em>Kitchen Konfidence<\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Vanilla, Pear, and Vodka Cocktail<\/a><\/strong> (160 calories)
\nPear\u2019s fruitiness is a welcome reminder that warm temperatures haven\u2019t fully made a break for it yet, while vanilla adds a hint of coziness to each sip. And you don\u2019t even need added sugar<\/a> to sweeten the deal \u2014 the fruit\u2019s flavor takes care of that. Get fancy by rimming the glass with stevia for a final touch that\u2019s sure to impress guests. Photo and recipe: Sarah Welle and Dulcie Cox \/ <\/em>Two Tarts<\/a><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> How Bad Is Your Happy Hour? Try This Alcohol Calculator<\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Cranberry Vodka Cocktail<\/a><\/strong> (184 calories)
\nConsider this a more sophisticated version of your standard college bar order. Cranberries<\/a> are a signature cool-weather fruit (Thanksgiving<\/a>, anyone?), and the fact that they\u2019re loaded with antioxidants<\/a> doesn\u2019t hurt. A dash of ginger ale adds some fun bubbles, making this simple concoction feel like a real treat. Photo and recipe: Erin \/ <\/em>Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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4. Caramel Apple Sangria<\/a><\/strong> (195 calories)
\nCrisp days call for caramel apples, but talk about a <\/span>calorie bomb<\/a>! Luckily, this drink can deliver your fix without leaving you guilt-ridden. Your big-batch combination of white wine, caramel vodka, apple cider and apples is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Even better, the <\/span>fiber-packed apples<\/a> will soak up some of that alcohol! Consider them boozy little presents you bestow upon yourself. <\/span>Photo and recipe: Amanda Finks \/<\/em> The Wholesome Dish<\/a><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> Science Shows You Drink More Alcohol on Gym Days<\/a><\/p>\n

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5. Cider Rum Punch<\/a><\/strong> (119 calories)
\nWho said rum punch was best enjoyed by the beach? Transition this favorite to fall by making your own thyme-infused simple syrup plus a dash of Angostura bitters. They\u2019ll add a nice complexity to your glass \u2014 and make it the ideal drink for sweater weather. <\/span>Photo and recipe: Mike \/ <\/em>Verses from My Kitchen<\/a><\/p>\n

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6. Pumpkin Spice Dark and Stormy<\/a><\/strong> (139 calories)
\nThe Dark and Stormy is the<\/em> quintessential fall drink \u2014 and if you haven\u2019t had one on a night that\u2019s actually dark and stormy, well, it\u2019s time to fix that. Use this healthier twist<\/a> on the old classic as your foundation, then pumpkin it up with a flavored liqueur. May we suggest enjoying this one in front of a roaring fire? Photo and recipe: Liren Baker \/ <\/em>Kitchen Confidante<\/a><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> How Many Calories Are in Your Cocktail? [Infographic]<\/a><\/p>\n

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7. Apple Cider Mimosa<\/a> <\/strong>(99 calories)
\nWhen you\u2019re trying to drink mindfully, champagne or sparkling wine<\/a> are often the best ways to get a slight buzz without going overboard on calories. Swap your OJ for some no-fuss apple cider for a fun twist. At less than 100 calories per glass, you can\u2019t go wrong. Photo and recipe: Becky Hardin \/ <\/em>The Cookie Rookie<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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8. Rum Hot Toddy<\/a><\/strong> (170 calories)
\nHello, sneezing season. Your immunity can take a hit as the weather cools, and that\u2019s where this Rum Hot Toddy comes in! The mixture of rum, honey, lemon and cinnamon will warm you from the inside out. Even better, honey\u2019s a <\/span>natural cold remedy<\/a>. <\/span>Photo and recipe: Aimee \/ <\/em>Wallflower Girl<\/a><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>7 Real Pumpkin Beers You\u2019ll Want to Stock Up On<\/a><\/p>\n

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9. Bourbon Chai Fizz<\/a> <\/strong>(108 calories)
\nIf you\u2019ve got a hankering for some flavor, this cocktail has you covered. Unleash your inner Martha Stewart by making your own chai concentrate from spices like ginger, which can help soothe an upset stomach<\/a>, star anise and cardamom. Together with bourbon and club soda, you have an herbaceous-ly awesome drink that\u2019s way more unique than your usual bar sips. Photo and recipe: Annie D<\/em>\u2019Souza \/ <\/em>The Midwestival<\/a><\/p>\n

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10. Pineapple Express Cocktail <\/a> <\/strong>(177 calories)
\nWhoever said you can’t sip a pineapple-flavored drink in the fall, hasn’t tried this delicious mix. It incorporates a shrub \u2014 aka a vinegar-based syrup that sweetens the boozey beverage, without the extra sugar \u2014 made of pineapple and habanero peppers. You’ll love the blend of sweet and spicy, plus a little throwback to summer. Photo and recipe: Jsix<\/a> at the Hotel Salomar \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

Originally published October 2015. Updated October 2016. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Embrace the season with these cocktail recipes that won\u2019t ruin your diet. They\u2019re so delicious, you won\u2019t even be sad to say goodbye to summer. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":62,"featured_media":44236,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[27,9],"tags":[28,31,36,171,51,341,388],"class_list":["post-44219","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-healthy","category-recipes","tag-alcohol","tag-beverages","tag-cocktails","tag-fall","tag-food-choices","tag-tax1living-well","tag-tax2nutrition"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/44219","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/62"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=44219"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/44219\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/44236"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=44219"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=44219"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=44219"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}