36 Cinco de Mayo Drinks That Aren’t Margaritas

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36 Cinco de Mayo Drinks That Aren’t Margaritas1/36 Guava Coconut Rum Cocktail Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My beverage is so sensational it’s like a taste of the tropics in a glass. The guava adds a touch of sweetness to this coconut drink. —Melanie Milhorat, New York, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 197 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 77mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 2/36 Margarita Sangria 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Margarita Sangria Recipe photo by

Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This sangria is reminiscent of a margarita with its tequila and agave kick! —Andrea Rivera, Westbury, New York Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 204 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 3/36 Maple Blackberry Mojito 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This refreshing blackberry cocktail is how you take advantage of prime berry season during the summer months. I’ve also

used other types of fruit, including raspberries, kiwi and strawberries

used other types of fruit, including raspberries, kiwi and strawberries. —Donna Noel, Gray, Maine Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 160 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 18mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 4/36 Pina Colada 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Velvety-smooth texture and a taste of the tropics are what this tropical drink delivers. The easy-to-make pina colada recipe can be mixed and chilled ahead of time. When ready to serve, just blend for a creamy and delicious beverage. —Linda Schend,

Just thaw and add ginger ale or lemon-lime soda

Kenosha, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 457 calories, 13g fat (10g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 42mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (52g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 5/36 Frozen Rhubarb Slush 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Frozen Rhubarb Slush Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 22 servings (1 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sweet and refreshing, this pretty pink rhubarb slush stores well in the freezer, so it’s great to have on hand for summer guests. Just thaw and add ginger ale or lemon-lime soda. Aahhh! —Danielle Brandt, Ruthton, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1

If the pineapple isn’t overly ripe, add a bit more sugar

cup: 179 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 20mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 6/36 Minty Pineapple Rum Test Kitchen Approved Minty Pineapple Rum Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 14 servings. Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This delicious drink is a fabulous way to use fresh mint and celebrate summer. If the pineapple isn’t overly ripe, add a bit more sugar. Save any leftover pineapple-mint syrup in an airtight glass container, or freeze the mixture in ice cube trays to use later. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 118 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 44mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 7/36 Iced Honeydew Mint Tea Test Kitchen Approved Iced Honeydew Mint Tea Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I grow mint in the garden on my balcony. For this tea, I blend two of my favorite beverages—Moroccan mint tea and honeydew agua fresca. —Sarah Batt Throne, El Cerrito, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 83 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0

cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein

cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fruit. 8/36 Mai Tai 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mai Tai Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This party favorite has been around for quite some time. It’s not overly fruity and features a good blend of sweet and sour. For a splash of color, garnish with strawberries and lime.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 241 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg

sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein

sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 9/36 Watermelon-Lime Cooler Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When temps heat up, chill some glasses and cool down with a slushy blend of watermelon, lime and ginger ale. Slurp and repeat. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 82 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 14mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 10/36 Strawberry-Basil Refresher Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry-Basil Refresher Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 12

I garnish with basil leaves and sip outdoors

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fresh strawberries and basil are everywhere, so get them together for a cooler that’s pure sunshine. I garnish with basil leaves and sip outdoors. —Carolyn Turner, Reno, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 40 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 18mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch. 11/36 Cucumber Gin Smash Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It doesn’t get more refreshing than this gin cocktail. If

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you like your drinks on the sweet side, top yours off with lemon-lime soda instead of club soda. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 146 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 12/36 Peach-Basil Cooler 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Peach-Basil Cooler Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 12 servings (3 qt.) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Mix peaches and basil with club soda for a cool and refreshing mocktail! —Dana Hinck, Pensacola, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 157

calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (38g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 13/36 Strawberry Watermelon Slush 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Watermelon Slush Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We like to relax on the back porch with glasses of my slush after a long, hot day. Strawberries and watermelon blend up with lemon juice and sugar for an instant refresher. —Patty Howse, Great Falls, Montana Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 112 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol,

4mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein

4mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 14/36 Ruby Rose Paloma Test Kitchen Approved Ruby Rose Paloma Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Rose water adds a delicate touch to citrusy grapefruit and lime. If you can’t find rose water in your area, it is available at KingArthurFlour.com. Or you can just omit it. —Gina Nistico, Denver, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 214 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 324mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 15/36 Lemon-Basil

For a grown-up version, just add your favorite rum or vodka

Mojito Mocktails Test Kitchen Approved Lemon-Basil Mojito Mocktails Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: In this twist on the classic summer beverage, lemon and basil take the place of mint. For a grown-up version, just add your favorite rum or vodka. —Cheryl Perry, Hertford, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 101 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 16/36 Belmont Breeze Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 5 min Servings

1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It may be juicy, but it’s not too sweet. This flavorful refresher is the perfect drink for whiskey lovers to sip on a hot day. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 223 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 13mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 17/36 Spiced White Sangria 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Spiced White Sangria Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve been making this

recipe for more than 20 years

recipe for more than 20 years. My husband and I are in the wine and spirits business and we served it at one of our first dinner parties after we were married. It’s a refreshing change from traditional red sangria. —Ellen Folkman, Crystal Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 207 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 28mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 18/36 Paloma 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Soon after I learned about this cocktail, I

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