And just like that, the holidays are officially here! I feel like every year the holidays once again sneak up on me, and it’s oh-so-suddenly time to panic holiday shop, spend more time than ever at the grocery store prepping for get-togethers, and eat a few too many holiday cookies than I’d care to admit. But even though the holidays are stressful and crazy, it’s still my favorite time of year – especially since it gives me the perfect excuse to focus on finding time with my friends and family.

This year is a little unconventional because I’m packing my bags to fly to Portugal with my family over Christmas and New Year’s. Usually I stay back home in Madison, but I’m excited to jet and experience the holidays in a new country with my all-time favorite people. So, since I’ll be jetting off soon, I’ve been packing in holiday get-togethers a little earlier than usual, and since I’m self-described as the world’s worst cook (I’ll admit it, no shame!) cocktails are my contribution to every holiday gathering. And believe me, they’re delicious 😉

This year, I’ve hopped on the sparkling seltzer train and have been whipping up some delicious holiday drinks that are low calorie, guilt-free and full of flavor. I’ve been doing my fair share of hard seltzer taste testing over the past year, and I recently discovered Smirnoff’s Seltzers that have quickly become my favorite. They’re super delicious and sugar and artificial sweetener free – so they don’t have an artificial aftertaste like so many other hard seltzers I’ve tried before! I bought a variety pack on Drizly that was delivered in less than 2 hours, and the variety pack comes with a few tasty flavors including Raspberry Rosé, Cranberry Lime, Berry Lemonade.

And while they all taste amazing alone (just add a sparkly straw and enjoy!), I took Smirnoff’s Cranberry Lime Seltzer and turned it into a tasty, low-calorie cocktail that has a perfect holiday twist! And since I don’t have too much free time on my hands, it looks and tastes festive but can be made in less than 30 seconds! It’s the perfect low-calorie holiday cocktail your family and friends will love, without feeling too guilty (as some of those heavier, creamier, more sugar-packed cocktails make you feel over the indulgent holiday season).

Cranberry Lime Fizz Low Calorie Holiday Cocktail

The perfect low calorie holiday cocktail that’s packed with flavor and under 120 calories! Makes two cocktails.

Ingredients:

• 1 can Smirnoff Cranberry Lime Seltzer

• Splash of Don Julio tequila for each drink

• Splash of cranberry juice

• Wedge of lime

• Fresh cranberries for garnish

• Sprig of rosemary for garnish

How to make in 5 easy steps:

• Fill a cocktail glass full of ice

• Pour in a splash of Don Julio tequila

• Pour Smirnoff Cranberry Lime Seltzer to about ¾ of the glass

• Add a splash of cranberry juice and mix

• Garnish with cranberries, a lime wedge and a sprig of rosemary for ultimate holiday spirit!

It’s honestly so good and is the easiest, more flavorful low calorie holiday cocktail I’ve made to date!

Alright, now that I’ve got my cocktail down, I’m ready to celebrate with friends and family. I’m headed to Highland Park in a few weeks to celebrate my grandpa’s 94th birthday and celebrate the holidays as a family a little early. I’m excited to whip up this cocktail and make a few other family favorites too! xx

Thanks to Smirnoff for sponsoring this post, and NEMA Chicago Apartments for letting me take over their kitchen to whip up these tasty cocktails!