Unless you’ve been living in your closet for the past several years, chances are you’ve tried one of the many, many flavors of LaCroix sparkling water. These bubbly drinks are super popular among millennials, but people of all ages can appreciate the tasty fizziness.
It’s without a doubt the “it” beverage to try these days, and understandably so. With a variety of natural flavors that all have zero sugar, sodium, and GMOs, these sparkling beverages are the perfect alternative to soda!
That’s all fine and good, but we’ve kicked it up a notch with our curated list of the best LaCroix cocktails (and mocktails!) out there. Looking for a boozy beverage to add to your list of go-to drinks? We’re sure you’ll find it here!
These yummy drinks are light and refreshing, which makes them perfect for hot summer days. Keep reading to learn how to make some of the best LaCroix cocktails!
1. Tropical Punch
If summer has “official” flavors, pineapple and coconut must certainly be among them. We can’t think of many summery drinks that don’t include one or both. Hence, this drink: a beautiful cocktail that expertly marries the flavors of summer. Just mix coconut LaCroix with guava juice, pineapple chunks, and coconut vodka for the perfect summer cocktail.
2. Lemon Drop Martini
Lemon LaCroix joins lemon vodka (and real lemons, too!) to form the basis for this sweet-and-sour lemon drop martini. Simply mix equal parts lemon vodka, fresh lemon juice, and lemon-flavored LaCroix to make this beautiful lemon concoction. It's delicious, of course, and great for pretty much any occasion, from a formal summer wedding to an afternoon barbecue.
3. Grapefruit and Rosemary Margarita
There’s nothing that says you can’t enjoy this heady beverage any time of year, but it's definitely a great refresher during the summer! The deep green rosemary pairs perfectly with the soft pink background of grapefruit LaCroix and bitters, and the taste is divine as well. To make, muddle fresh rosemary and grapefruit juice, then add 1/4 cup of pamplemousse LaCroix, a shot of vodka, and a splash of grapefruit bitters.
4. Tangerine Tequila Spritzer
One tequila, two tequila… this tangerine and grapefruit cocktail is the perfect combination of sweet and bitter. This tart and refreshingly light drink is super easy to make. Just combine a tangerine LaCroix with grapefruit juice, vermouth, and tequila, then pour over ice in a tall glass and you're all set.
5. Peach Pear Mule
Surprisingly, it’s two nonalcoholic beverages — peach-pear LaCroix and ginger beer — that give this drink its unique taste. The sparkling water is a refreshing twist to this longstanding favorite. Just combine the ginger beer and LaCroix with vodka or cognac, then garnish it with lemon and lime slices.
6. Red Wine Berry Spritzer
The name alone makes this beverage sound completely irresistible, and — bonus! — it’s about as simple as it gets. To make your own, simply add equal parts of your favorite red wine and berry-flavored LaCroix sparkling water, and voila! — a refreshing and super-simple summertime wine-o-clock beverage.
7. Mojito Mocktail
We’re drooling over this mocktail version of the famous mojito, which combines lime and mint — two summertime favorites! Skip the hangover and opt for this virgin beverage made with lime-flavored LaCroix, mint leaves, and, of course, limes.
8. Strawberry Lime Spritzer
It’s hard to get enough of the summery sweetness that strawberries bring when they finally ripen. And strawberry vodka? We’re here for that, too! That’s why this strawberry lime spritzer is our new summertime must-have. For this delicious drink, mix strawberry vodka with lime-flavored LaCroix, pour it over ice, and pack it to the rim with fresh limes and strawberries.
9. Passion Fruit Rum Punch
Keep it cool this summer with this super-simple cocktail that marries smooth rum with the tropical taste of passion fruit. Combine 1 part rum and 4 parts passion fruit LaCroix, add dash of angostura bitters, and pour over ice. Garnish with a slice of lime.
10. Blackberry Fizz Mocktail
Trying to lay off the sauce this summer? No worries, but you still deserve a beautiful, tasty beverage! Try this light, refreshing blackberry fizz mocktail. Just combine blackberry LaCroix, lemon juice, and a handful of fresh blackberries. No fuss, no muss, and a simple, sparkling drink that’s just right for summer.
