By Jacqueline Miller | January 2025

Being more mindful about our alcohol consumption is becoming increasingly popular these days, especially among younger people. There is a growing trend among the young to be more conscious about what they are putting in their bodies, with drinking less alcohol becoming a way of life for many. 

In addition to the already widely known non-alcoholic beer, non-alcohol vodkas and gins are gaining in popularity. Also gaining in popularity are “better for you” cocktails that contain alcohol but have fewer artificial ingredients, less sugar and are more “clean.”

With this healthier trend, did you know we have a women-owned, alcohol and cocktail company crafting spirits made with the goodness of a powerful antioxidant at a Sarasota distillery?

Kris Ravenscroft is the visionary founder of Beauty Booze, and she is also a passionate advocate for mindful drinking. According to Kris, “Beauty Booze is the only alcohol company that encourages you to drink less.” 

Kris is a Nutritionist and entrepreneur and an all-around lover of joy.  Combining her expertise in nutrition, her flair for creativity, and her love for intentional living, Kris has a different definition of what it means to enjoy a cocktail. Her mission is simple yet transformative: to empower people to drink less but drink better, savoring each sip with purpose and pleasure.

The Beauty Booze philosophy for mindful drinking is about caring for what, how much, and how often you drink. It’s about choosing quality over quantity, savoring the moment, and ensuring alcohol complements your life, not controls it. 

Kris crafts goji berry-infused spirits which create versatile, low sugar, low calorie cleaner cocktails proving that cocktails can be both delicious, complex, and health and lifestyle conscious. 

So why the goji berry? 

When Kris was in her 20s, she recovered from what was called an incurable illness and the goji berry played a big role in her recovery. These berries are very rich in antioxidants, which can prevent cell damage and reduce inflammation.  They can also boost immunity. 

Goji berries also reduce the ethanol taste and alcohol burn creating a smooth drinking experience, plus Kris loves the fun fact that in Asian lore these berries are considered an aphrodisiac!

Kris says that her Beauty Booze Goji Berry-Infused Vodka has more of a personality than a flavor, and it elevates its “brightness” with citrus, berries and olives. It can be used in any vodka cocktail. Due to its smoothness, cocktails crafted with Beauty Booze vodka can have less sugar and fewer artificial ingredients than many other vodka cocktails making it a great choice for anyone or any restaurant or bar wanting to answer the need for mindful drinking consumers.

The Kristini, named for Kris by a friend, is a simple yet versatile cocktail formula. Kris says, “Whether you’re mixing a drink for yourself or creating a signature variation for a gathering, the Kristini provides a reliable, thoughtful starting point for a more intentional and enjoyable cocktail experience.”

Kristini

•  1.5 oz vodka
•  ½ oz fresh lemon or lime juice (your choice)
•  1 oz water or unsweetened tea (flat or sparkling)
•  1 oz juice of your choice
•  ¼ oz complementary liqueur

Here are just of few of the many possible cleaner cocktail recipes using the Kristini formula for your mindful drinking journey.

Citrus Breeze

• 1.5 oz vodka
•  ½ oz fresh lime juice
• 1 oz sparkling water
• 1 oz grapefruit juice
• ¼ oz elderflower liqueur

Bright, zesty, and refreshing, this cocktail is perfect for citrus lovers.

Berry Bliss

•  1.5 oz vodka
•  ½ oz fresh lemon juice
•  1 oz unsweetened iced tea
•  1 oz cranberry juice
•  ¼ oz raspberry liqueur

A tart yet slightly sweet drink with a vibrant berry kick.

Autumn Orchard

•  1.5 oz vodka
•  ½ oz fresh lemon juice
•  1 oz sparkling water
•  1 oz apple cider
•  ¼ oz cinnamon liqueur

A warm, spiced drink ideal for fall evenings.

Peach Tea Spritz

• 1.5 oz vodka
• ½ oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz unsweetened black tea
• 1 oz peach nectar
• ¼ oz peach liqueur

Smooth and elegant with subtle fruitiness.

Pomegranate Sparkle

• 1.5 oz vodka
• ½ oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz sparkling water
• 1 oz pomegranate juice
• ¼ oz orange liqueur

Rich, tart, and perfect for festive occasions.

Cucumber Cooler

• 1.5 oz vodka
• ½ oz fresh lime juice
• 1 oz sparkling water
• 1 oz cucumber juice (or muddled cucumber and strained water)
• ¼ oz elderflower liqueur

Clean and refreshing with a spa-like vibe.

Citrus Lavender Bliss

• 1.5 oz vodka
• ½ oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz flat water
• 1 oz grapefruit juice
• ¼ oz lavender liqueur

Soft and floral, perfect for a relaxing evening.

Chai Spice Cooler

• 1.5 oz vodka
• ½ oz fresh lime juice
• 1 oz unsweetened chai tea
• 1 oz apple juice
• ¼ oz cinnamon liqueur

Rich, spiced, and ideal for cozy sipping.

Zesty Cherry Punch

• 1.5 oz vodka
• ½ oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz sparkling water
• 1 oz tart cherry juice
• ¼ oz vanilla liqueur

A tart yet slightly sweet cocktail with a smooth vanilla finish.

For more Beauty Booze cocktail recipes and to learn more, visit beautybooze.com.