I am overwhelmed.
Overwhelmed because of YOU.
Your support & comments made me cry on my post about jaw surgery. I’m not a habitual crier but you guys are all so AMAZING that I kind of broke down. I have a LONG road to recovery but with all my ‘friends’ online & family, I know I’ll be just fine. So thank you all. Seriously, really, thank, thank, thank you!
Ok, enough about that, let’s talk about probiotic cocktails.
YES. You read that correctly.
Cocktails with probiotics.
If that’s not cool, I don’t know what is?
Fourth of July is on Saturday obviously ( & if you don’t live in the US, you should still try these & celebrate…because it’s the weekend, mkay ). Bring these cocktails to a pool party & everyone will want to be your best friend.
Plus you’ll be drinking…healthy-ishly. Kombucha is full of good bacteria AKA probiotics AKA those weird slippery things at the bottom.
Some benefits of Kombucha according to this source:
♥ liver detoxification
♥ improved pancreas function
♥ increased energy
♥ better digestion
♥ improved mood ( helps with anxiety/depression )
♥ kills Candida ( yeast )
♥ helps nutrient assimilation
♥ weight loss
O M GEE, RIGHT.
Here’s what you do:
Need more of a breakdown? No problem:
♡ TSC Mint Kombucha Vodkas:
1-2 ounces of vodka ( I like gluten-free Tito’s )
A couple splashes of sparkling water
A couple of splashes of Kombucha ( guava is amazing )
Fresh mint ( I like A LOT )
Shaved ginger
Grapefruit bitters ( if you don’t have this, use a squeeze of lemon )
Handful of ice
Directions: add ice to a chilled glass. Add vodka & top with a little sparkling water. Add 1/2 cup of your favorite Kombucha on top. Grab mint & clap it between your hands ( << this brings out the flavor ). Use mint as a garnish & mix it into the cocktail. Top with a couple dashes of grapefruit bitters ( or lemon ) & shave some ginger on top ( use a cheese grater to shave ginger! ). Option: add raspberries for a festive flair. CHEERS!
Mixing Kombucha with alcohol kind of cancels the bad stuff out, right?
No but really, at least I’m getting my probiotics when I have a little cocktail-poo.
If you want to get crazy, go buy a huge pitcher & make this in bulk. I feel like you might as well for a holiday like 4th of July because you’re most likely distracted by the pool, boys, cute flamingo floats, &/or the BBQ. Just make sure you store it in the fridge so it’s super cold…YUM.
I can already picture you guys in your cute bikinis, mingling around the pool/beach sipping mint kombucha vodka in a sexy wide brimmed hat.
JEALOUS AS I’LL BE BED RIDDEN WATCHING GREY’S ANATOMY.
Have a sip for me, k?
Anyway, one last question before I go: what’s a cocktail that you want to see skinny style? LMK below & I’ll make it happen.
Ok, have fun this weekend & happy summer!!
love you all, xx lauryn
+ More skinny cocktails like this can be found in The Skinny Confidential Book.
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I don’t live in the US and I’m not American, but I’m definitely going to give these a go!! 🙂 thanks for sharing
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Xoxo Jessy
Hope you’re feeling better each day! Such a brave thing to do, don’t worry you’re not missing this July 4th, you’re saving up for the next 😉 i loove kombucha so this looks amazing, I’d love for you to make a skinny Moscow Mule, love the ginger in it but not the super sweet sickly syrup I’m sure is in ginger beer 🙁
xxx
I really love your pictures!
These look super sexy and refreshing!
Love this recipe, definitely going to have to give it a try!
Xx,
The Twinne Twins
http://www.twinneblog.com
A skinny michelada would be wonderful!
Oh this looks so yummy! Can’t wait to try it Lauryn!
We love to drink but always looking to stay healthy. Trying to stay away from vodka and leaning more towards gin & tonics. Any tips on how to make that healthyish? Or what would be your go to drink for a night out?
xoxo
I would love to see a skinny Whiskey Sour and a skinny Negroni!
Hope you have a restful weekend. 🙂
Oooo, looks amazing! I bet the ginger on top is awesommmmme. I’ll sending you firework vibes tonight! You’re stellar and I hope you feel better! xx
Pia
http://gymbagsandjetlags.com
This look so good! I don’t live in the US but I have to try it! Where can I buy Kombucha? 🙂
This looks so yummy!! Amazing!! 🙂
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Hope you are feeling better!!! Would love a skinny version of sangria either red or white! Thanks girl 🙂
Where did you get that little blue bowl? Its like a ceramic fruit basket 🙂
Yummm making this next weekend. <3