Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer - sunset gatherings, backyard grilling, and long weekend celebrations. But as wellness-minded drinkers continue to reshape cocktail culture, the holiday is no longer about sugar-heavy, artificial mixers. Instead, it’s about fresh ingredients, functional botanicals, and mindful indulgence.
Origen Holistic Vodka Cocktails
1) Berry Basil Bliss
A vibrant, antioxidant-rich sipper perfect for daytime grilling or sunset hangs. Berry-forward, botanical, and low sugar.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Origen Holistic Vodka
- 4 muddled strawberries
- 3 basil leaves
- 0.5 oz lemon juice
- 0.5 oz agave syrup
- Top with sparkling water
Garnish: Basil sprig + skewered berry
Why it works: Botanical and berry-forward with visual flair and a refreshingly light, low-sugar profile.
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2) Citrus Sage Cooler
A savory-meets-bright refresher designed for conscious imbibing. Savory trend meets citrus brightness and functional herbs.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Origen Holistic Vodka
- 0.75 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- 0.5 oz sage honey syrup (honey + hot water + muddled sage)
- Club soda to top
Garnish: Grapefruit wedge + sage leaf
Why it works: Balances citrus brightness with savory, functional herbs for a refreshing yet complex finish.
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Harmony Gin Cocktails
3) Lavender Lemon Spritz
Light, floral, and effortlessly batchable for group gatherings. Bubbly meets botanicals with elegant garnish drama.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Harmony Holistic Gin
- 1 oz lavender lemonade (or lemon juice + lavender syrup)
- 2 oz sparkling rosé or dry sparkling wine
- Splash of soda water
Garnish: Lemon wheel + lavender sprig
Why it works: A sparkling, botanical-forward spritz that’s as beautiful as it is refreshing.
4) Cucumber Mint Highball
Ultra-hydrating and green tea–infused - your wellness twist on a summer classic. Functional crossover (tea) + herbaceous refreshment.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Harmony Gin
- 0.75 oz green tea syrup (steeped tea + honey)
- 3 cucumber slices
- 2 mint sprigs
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- Top with soda
Garnish: Long cucumber ribbon + mint crown
Why it works: Combines hydrating cucumber and mint with green tea for a clean, mindful refresher.
Zero-Proof Bonus
5) Elderberry Garden Fizz (Mocktail)
A nod to Origen’s functional botanicals - perfect for sober-curious guests. No-ABV, functional ingredients, gorgeous finish.
Ingredients
- 3 oz elderberry juice (unsweetened)
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- 0.25 oz ginger syrup
- 4 oz sparkling water
- Dash of apple cider vinegar (optional for complexity)
Garnish: Edible flower + lime twist
Why it works: Zero-proof that still feels special—functional benefits, vibrant flavor, and a festive pour.
A Better Way to Toast the Long Weekend
With Holistic Spirits Co.’s mindful cocktail recipes and low-tox spirits, you can sip with confidence - every glass crafted with transparency, sustainability, and functional wellness in mind.
Holistic Spirits Co. is a Certified B Corporation and Positive Luxury Butterfly Mark brand. Ingredients are organic, clean, and transparently labeled.
