Low ABV Cocktails

Not every night calls for a stiff drink. Browse our collection of low ABV cocktails and use the slider to dial in your perfect strength. Whether you're pacing yourself, enjoying a long afternoon, or just prefer something lighter, we've got you covered.

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Hugo spritz
5 min

Hugo Spritz

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A refreshing Italian aperitif cocktail made with elderflower liqueur, prosecco, soda water, fresh mint, and lime.

Liqueur
Wine & Sparkling
Other Sparkling Wine
Aperol spritz
2 min

Aperol Spritz

(1)

The Aperol Spritz is the perfect low-effort way to bring a bit of Italian holiday to your day. Sip it slowly and bottle a moment of summer. The bright citrus aroma and gentle sparkle don’t just refresh; they create memories you can return to. Months from now, when winter wraps the world in grey, that same bittersweet scent and taste can unlock the warmth of long afternoons in the sun, carrying you back to those golden hours in a single sip.

Liqueur
Wine & Sparkling
Prosecco
Moscow mule
3 min

Moscow Mule

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A refreshing cocktail made with vodka, fresh lime juice, and spicy ginger beer, traditionally served in a copper mug over ice.

Bitters
Aromatic Bitters
Vodka
Vermouth spritz
3 min

Vermouth Spritz

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The ultimate Italian aperitivo cocktail featuring vermouth, prosecco, and soda water in the perfect 3-2-1 ratio.

Fortified & Aromatized Wine
Sweet Vermouth
Negroni sbagliato
3 min

Negroni Sbagliato

(1)

A sparkling twist on the classic Negroni, this "mistaken" cocktail combines Campari and sweet vermouth with effervescent Prosecco for a lighter, refreshing aperitif.

Bitter Liqueur
Italian Bitter
Fortified & Aromatized Wine
Sweet Vermouth
Wine & Sparkling
Prosecco
Kalimotxo
2 min

Kalimotxo

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A refreshing Spanish cocktail combining equal parts dry red wine and cola, creating a unique balance of sweetness and tartness.

Wine & Sparkling
Red Wine
Bellini
5 min

Bellini

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Pour a Bellini and taste Venetian sunshine. The delicate perfume of ripe white peaches mingles with crisp Prosecco, creating a soft sparkle that feels like a quiet morning on the Grand Canal.

Wine & Sparkling
Prosecco
Flying hirsch
2 min

Flying Hirsch

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A high-energy cocktail combining herbal Jägermeister with Red Bull, perfect for parties and après-ski events.

Liqueur
Herbal Liqueur
Gin Fizz
3 min

Classic Gin Fizz

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A refreshing, effervescent cocktail with gin, fresh lemon juice, and sparkling water, topped with an optional silky foam from egg white.

Gin
London Dry Gin
Americano
3 min

Americano

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A classic Italian aperitivo cocktail with Campari, sweet vermouth, and soda water, perfect for any time of day

Bitter Liqueur
Italian Bitter
Fortified & Aromatized Wine
Sweet Vermouth
Singapore sling
5 min

Singapore Sling

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The classic tropical gin cocktail created at Singapore's Raffles Hotel, featuring gin, cherry liqueur, herbal notes, and fresh fruit juices.

Bitters
Aromatic Bitters
Gin
London Dry Gin
Liqueur
Fruit Liqueur
Cherry Liqueur
Bloody mary
5 min

Bloody Mary

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The ultimate savory cocktail combining vodka with spiced tomato juice, perfect for brunch or any time you crave bold, umami-rich flavors.

Vodka

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Elderflower Liqueur
    30 ml
  • Prosecco
    120 ml
  • Club Soda
    40 ml
  • Mint Leaves
    8 leaves
  • Lime
    2 slices
  • Mint Sprigs
    1 sprig

Method

  1. Place 8 fresh mint leaves in a large wine glass and add the elderflower liqueur. Gently muddle the mint leaves to release their oils without crushing them aggressively. Let the mixture infuse for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Fill the glass with ice cubes to the rim.
  3. Slowly pour the chilled prosecco over the ice to preserve carbonation.
  4. Top with chilled club soda, pouring slowly to maintain the bubbles.
  5. Stir very gently with a bar spoon to combine ingredients without losing carbonation.
  6. Garnish with lime slices and a fresh mint sprig. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Prosecco
    90 ml
  • Aperol
    60 ml
  • Soda Water
    30 ml
  • Orange Slice
    1 slice

Method

  1. Fill a large wine glass to the brim with ice cubes.
  2. Pour 90ml of Prosecco into the glass first to preserve carbonation.
  3. Add 60ml of Aperol, pouring gently over the Prosecco.
  4. Top with 30ml of soda water for effervescence and lightness.
  5. Garnish with a fresh orange slice placed directly in the glass.
  6. Serve immediately while bubbles are lively and ice is intact.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Vodka
    60 ml
  • Lime Juice
    15 ml
  • Ginger Beer
    120 ml
  • Lime
    1 wedge
  • Angostura Aromatic Bitters
    2 dashes

Method

  1. Chill the copper mug in the freezer for a few minutes (optional but recommended for best experience).
  2. Fill the mug completely with ice cubes, packing them generously to ensure maximum chill.
  3. Measure and pour 40ml vodka and 20ml fresh lime juice directly over the ice.
  4. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters if using (optional but adds complexity).
  5. Slowly top with 110ml ginger beer, pouring gently to preserve carbonation.
  6. Gently stir once or twice with a bar spoon to combine ingredients without losing effervescence.
  7. Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim or dropped into the mug and serve immediately.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Sweet Red Vermouth
    50 ml
  • Prosecco
    75 ml
  • Soda Water
    25 ml
  • Orange Slice
    1 slice
  • Olive
    2 pinches

Method

  1. Fill a large wine glass generously with ice cubes
  2. Pour 75ml chilled prosecco first to coat the ice and preserve effervescence
  3. Add 50ml sweet red vermouth, pouring gently over the prosecco
  4. Top with 25ml chilled soda water for extra fizz
  5. Gently stir with bar spoon for 1-2 turns to integrate without deflating bubbles
  6. Garnish with fresh orange slice and thyme sprig, expressing oils over the drink
  7. Serve immediately while carbonation is at its peak

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Campari
    30 ml
  • Sweet Red Vermouth
    30 ml
  • Prosecco
    60 ml
  • Orange Slice
    1 piece

Method

  1. Fill a rocks glass with large ice cubes, preferably one large cube or a few chunky pieces to minimize dilution.
  2. Pour 30ml Campari directly over the ice, followed by 30ml sweet red vermouth.
  3. Top with 60ml well-chilled Prosecco, pouring gently to preserve the bubbles.
  4. Give the drink one or two gentle stirs with a bar spoon to combine ingredients while maintaining carbonation.
  5. Express the oils of an orange twist over the drink, then drop it in, or simply garnish with a fresh orange wheel.
  6. Serve immediately while the Prosecco is still effervescent and well-chilled.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Red Wine
    100 ml
  • Coca Cola
    100 ml
  • Lemon Wheel
    1 piece

Method

  1. Fill a highball glass generously with ice cubes to ensure the drink stays cold and properly diluted.
  2. Pour 100ml of dry red wine over the ice, using an inexpensive Spanish wine or any dry red wine you have available.
  3. Slowly add 100ml of cola, pouring gently to preserve carbonation and prevent excessive foaming.
  4. Stir very gently with a bar spoon just to combine the ingredients without losing the cola's effervescence.
  5. Garnish with a fresh lemon wedge, giving it a gentle squeeze to release citrus oils before dropping it in the drink.
  6. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy, optionally with a straw for easier drinking.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • White Peach Puree
    50 ml
  • Prosecco
    100 ml
  • Lemon Juice
    2 drops
  • Peach
    1 slice

Method

  1. Chill the champagne flute in the freezer for at least 10 minutes before serving.
  2. Pour 50ml of chilled white peach purée into the bottom of the champagne flute.
  3. Slowly add 100ml of well-chilled Prosecco, pouring gently down the side of the glass to preserve the bubbles.
  4. Add 2 drops of fresh lemon juice if desired to balance the sweetness.
  5. Gently stir once with a bar spoon to combine, being careful not to lose carbonation.
  6. Garnish with a thin slice of fresh peach on the rim if desired and serve immediately.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Jägermeister
    20 ml
  • Redbull
    50 ml

Method

  1. Chill both Jägermeister and Red Bull thoroughly in refrigerator before preparation
  2. Add ice cubes to a long drink glass if using the mixed method
  3. Pour 20ml of chilled Jägermeister over the ice using a jigger
  4. Top with 50ml of ice-cold Red Bull energy drink
  5. Serve immediately without stirring to maintain carbonation

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • London Dry Gin
    60 ml
  • Lemon Juice
    30 ml
  • Simple syrup (1:1)
    22.5 ml
  • Egg White
    1 whole
  • Club Soda
    to top
  • Lemon Wheel
    1 wheel

Method

  1. Add gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using) to a cocktail shaker without ice. Perform a dry shake for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white and create initial foam.
  2. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-30 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and the shaker feels frosty to the touch.
  3. Double strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled Collins glass without ice, creating a clean, smooth base for the cocktail.
  4. Slowly and gently top with chilled sparkling water, pouring carefully to preserve the carbonation and maintain the foam head if using egg white.
  5. Garnish with a fresh lemon wheel and serve immediately while the fizz is at its peak effervescence.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Campari
    45 ml
  • Sweet Red Vermouth
    45 ml
  • Soda Water
    60 ml
  • Orange Peel
    1 strip

Method

  1. Fill a rocks glass with plenty of fresh ice cubes, preferably large clear cubes for slower dilution.
  2. Add 45ml Campari and 45ml sweet red vermouth directly over the ice.
  3. Top with 60ml chilled soda water, adjusting the amount to taste preference.
  4. Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine ingredients without losing carbonation.
  5. Express oils from orange twist over the glass, rub along the rim, and drop into the drink as garnish.
  6. Serve immediately while cold and effervescent.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • London Dry Gin
    30 ml
  • Cherry Liqueur
    15 ml
  • DOM Bénédictine
    7.5 ml
  • Cointreau
    7.5 ml
  • Pineapple Juice
    60 ml
  • Lime Juice
    15 ml
  • Grenadine
    15 ml
  • Angostura Aromatic Bitters
    2 dashes
  • Soda Water
    30 ml
  • Pineapple
    1 slice
  • Brandied Cherry Flag
    1

Method

  1. Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice cubes and set aside to chill.
  2. Add gin, Cherry Heering, Bénédictine, Cointreau, fresh pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, grenadine, and Angostura bitters to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled and properly diluted.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine strainer into the chilled Collins glass over fresh ice.
  5. Top with soda water, leaving about 1cm from the rim.
  6. Garnish with a fresh pineapple slice and maraschino cherry on a cocktail pick.
  7. Serve immediately with a straw for easy sipping.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Vodka
    45 ml
  • Tomato Juice
    150 ml
  • Lemon Juice
    15 ml
  • Worcestershire Sauce
    3 dashes
  • Tabasco Sauce
    3 dashes
  • Horseradish
    1 tsp
  • Celery Salt
    1 pinch
  • Pepper
    1 pinch
  • Celery Stalk
    1 whole
  • Lemon
    1 wedge

Method

  1. Prepare the glass by rubbing the rim with a lemon wedge, then dipping the rim into celery salt spread on a small plate.
  2. Fill the prepared Collins glass three-quarters full with ice cubes.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, horseradish (if using), celery salt, and black pepper.
  4. Shake gently to combine - avoid over-shaking as tomato juice can foam excessively.
  5. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
  6. Stir gently with a bar spoon to ensure everything is well combined.
  7. Garnish with a fresh celery stalk and lemon wedge, adjusting garnish as desired.

Cocktail Difficulty Levels

We’ve added a difficulty rating to every cocktail so you’ll know what to expect before you start mixing. It’s not about being “hard” or “easy” in the strict sense—it’s about how much preparation, skill, and hunting for ingredients you’ll need.

  • Beginner – Quick builds or simple shakes with common ingredients you’ll likely already have at home. Perfect for beginners or a casual evening.

  • Intermediate – A bit more technique (stirring, shaking, muddling, layering) and a few extra ingredients. You might need to buy one or two bottles or garnishes you don’t already stock.

  • Advanced – Multiple steps, specialty techniques (infusions, syrups, foams), or rare ingredients. These drinks take more effort and planning, but reward you with something truly impressive.

The rating is based on things like the number of ingredients, how rare they are, and the skills needed to bring the cocktail together.

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