I love celebrating Memorial Day! It’s the perfect time to host a casual get together and kick off the start of summer parties. These Smirnoff Sorbet Light Cocktails are sure to please your party guests! So grab some steaks, invite some friends and family and get to mixing! These lightened-up cocktails are just what your “summer bod” needs.
This is a sponsored post by Smirnoff Sorbet Light. All reviews/opinions expressed in this post are unbiased and based on my personal view. And yes I did want my title to sound like Buzz Lightyear was saying it. Updated May, 2019.
When the weather warms up, I like to try to find a new “go-to” drink. Since this summer I will be vacationing where temperatures reach well over 100 degrees (which means I will be forced to wear a swimsuit), I want something that is delicious and refreshing but without a ton of calories or sugars.
Smirnoff sent me their new line of infused vodkas, Smirnoff Sorbet Light, to try and they are exactly what I was looking for. They have only 78 calories per 1.5 ounce serving which makes them light so I don’t feel super guilty about having a cocktail.
The best part is they taste natural and do not have any sort of diet-y aftertaste.
Smirnoff Sorbet Light Flavors
The Smirnoff Sorbet Light Vodkas come in three, perfect for summer flavors, Lemon, Raspberry Pomegranate and Mango Passion Fruit. Perfect for making light cocktails that feature citrus or fruit flavors.
The flavors are classic and can be mixed with just an ingredient or two to create fun to drink cocktails.
Smirnoff Sorbet Light Cocktails for Memorial Day
These refreshing drink ideas are simple to make and full of bright fruity flavor. Whether you're celebrating Memorial Day or serve these on into summer, this list of easy recipes will be a delicious resource for you.
Light Berry Cosmo
Who doesn't love a classic Cosmo? And this one is made a little lighter with the Raspberry Pomegranate Sorbet Light Vodka.
Light Citrus Punch
Citrus is my go-to flavor during warm weather. And while you can never be sure if Memorial Day will be sunny or gloomy, this Citrus Punch will brighten up your day.
Light Mango Passion Tea
Passion Fruit is one of my favorite flavors in cocktails and this Mango Passion Tea sounds divine!
Light Lemon Pomegranate Punch
I've never met a punch I didn't like! Plus the color on this one is straight fire.
Light Tropical Martini
I'm a big fan of a flavored martini and I love that this Sorbet Light version keeps the calories in check.
Light Lemon Mojito
Another favorite classic cocktail favorite of mine! This mojito recipe is super refreshing and perfect for parties!
Light Tropical Screwdriver Punch
Make this Screwdriver Punch for the rowdy group you have coming over. The name alone signals it's time to party.
Ras Pom & Soda
Simple and delicious. This fizzy cocktail is perfect for Memorial Day.
Ras Pom & Cranberry
Another simple idea, this 2 ingredient sipper will keep you enjoying your party instead of mixing drinks!
Light Raspberry Lemon Punch
This Raspberry Lemon Punch is perfect for all kinds of parties but I would totally serve this at a bridal or baby shower too!
Pomegranate Berry Punch
Fruity and refreshing. This is a crowd pleaser for sure!
More Smirnoff Sorbet Light Recipes
I’m an iced tea lover so this black tea based cocktail with Smirnoff Sorbet Light Lemon had to be tried.
Smirnoff Sorbet Light Lemon Tea
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Lemon Smirnoff Sorbet Light
- 3 oz Unsweetened Black Tea (I love to use Teajava!)
- .5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- .25 oz Agave Nectar
Steps:
- Mix well and serve over ice.
So easy. And YUM! Plus it’s crazy refreshing. I love that it isn’t overly sweet and I still get my daily iced tea fix! Lemon and tea pair so well, don’t they?
Passion fruit is one of my favorite flavors ever so I really enjoyed the Mango Passion Fizz using Smirnoff Sorbet Light Mango Passion Fruit. Mango and Passion Fruit bring some light tropical vibes while the club soda keeps it bubbly and bright.
Smirnoff Sorbet Light Mango Passion Fizz
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Mango Passion Fruit Smirnoff Sorbet Light
- .75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- .5 oz Agave Nectar
- 2 oz Club Soda
Steps:
- Shake up first 3 ingredients and top with Club Soda.
These Smirnoff Sorbet Light recipes couldn’t be easier, right?
But the big winner was the Raspberry Lemon Punch with Smirnoff Sorbet Light Raspberry Pomegranate. Total crowd pleaser. The muddled fresh raspberries gave it another layer of flavor and the lemonade kept this familiar but with a twist.
Smirnoff Sorbet Light Raspberry Lemon Punch
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Raspberry Pomegranate Smirnoff Sorbet Light
- 4 oz Lemonade
- 4 raspberries muddled
Steps:
- Muddle 4 raspberries in a glass and add cold lemonade and Smirnoff Sorbet Light.
I mean…so easy. Your Memorial Day guests will love these!
Can’t find Smirnoff Sorbet Light? Just swap it out for one of the other flavor varieties that Smirnoff offers. While it will have more calories, the taste will be worth it!
More easy cocktail recipes:
- Classic Moscow Mule
- Blended Cucumber Margarita
- Corpse Reviver No. 2
- Pina Colada Coolers from Besos, Alina
- Bourbon Spritzer from Thoughtfully Simple
Pin These Smirnoff Sorbet Light Cocktails for Later
Whether you’re hosting a party this Memorial Day or just planning to sip some cocktails with family, this list of Smirnoff Sorbet Light Cocktails has your lower-calorie drink needs covered!
Linsey K says
May 25, 2013 at 7:01 pmThis post makes me want to start a new Pinterest board: “Stuff to drink AFTER the baby gets here.” LOL Looks delish!
Sharon Garofalow says
May 30, 2013 at 1:51 pmI would totally follow that pinterest board. :)
laura says
May 23, 2013 at 6:43 amOnce again – amazing job! These drinks look delish & I think I’ll be putting these on my list to pick up the next time I am out. Quite a few of them sound like ones I would LOVE!!! Can’t wait to try them!!! Is it 5 o’clock yet? ;)
Sharon Garofalow says
May 30, 2013 at 1:53 pmYou totally have to try them!! I made the raspberry lemonade drink for my mom in law the other day and she LOVED it!
Yanira Garza says
May 22, 2013 at 9:49 pmOMG…everything looks amazing! Every meal should look so beautiful! I have to PIN!
Sharon Garofalow says
May 30, 2013 at 1:54 pmYou are right!! Every meal should be amazing. :) We would all just need a few more hours in the day to prep for it.
Kristin says
May 22, 2013 at 10:53 amYummmmmmmmm!!! I’ve been wanting to try these out. glad to hear they don’t have a weird diet-y after taste. Def going to try that Mango Passion Fizz drink this weekend.
Trina says
May 22, 2013 at 10:50 amYour pictures are amazing! I love the color combinations. Since we had the baby, we don’t get out much but we have been inviting friends over here. I think I have an idea for our next bbq because of this post! Thank you!
pattie says
May 22, 2013 at 10:04 amwow!!! YES, YES and… YES!!! Everything looks so good – and I love when there’s an easy recipe there to recreate the drinks. Thank you!
Carrie, A Sweet Spot: Home says
May 22, 2013 at 9:15 amThis is gorgeous and the drinks sound delicious! I’m definitely pinning some of these ideas!
Justine Burgess says
May 22, 2013 at 9:05 amThat all looks great!
Sharon Garofalow says
May 22, 2013 at 9:15 amThanks Justine! It all tasted great too!
Carson says
May 22, 2013 at 8:45 amLooks so fun & colorful! Can’t wait to try out the drink recipes!
Sharon Garofalow says
May 22, 2013 at 9:14 amI wish every barbecue was this colorful!! :)
Jill says
May 22, 2013 at 8:38 amYummy! Everything looks so good…the food, the drinks, the decor. All of it, get in my tummy.
p.s. I love lemonade flavors.
Sharon Garofalow says
May 22, 2013 at 9:14 amNothing says summer like lemonade!!!