• Mango Bellinis
• Honey-Mint Spritzer
• Honey Simple Syrup
• Fresh Peach Gelées
• Peach Puree
• Pimm's No. 1 Cup

A drink just may do more good than you think. Research shows responsible and moderate alcohol consumption can be part of a healthful lifestyle. These beverages are full of wholesome ingredients, and they’re portioned to give you a sensible amount of alcohol along with a bunch of goodness. So stir up a batch, and enjoy a guilt-free happy hour.

Proper Portions
Each of these drinks contains approximately 0.6 ounces of alcohol and represents a “moderate drink” according to the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Due to differences in weight, women should consume no more than one drink per day and men, no more than two.

1 drink = 12 fl. oz. regular beer (about 150 calories), 1.5 fl. oz. 80-proof distilled spirits (about 100 calories), or 5 fl. oz. wine (about 100 calories)

Healthy Benefits
Balanced and moderate consumption of alcohol may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease among middle-aged and older adults.

Honey contains many vitamins and essential minerals, such as vitamin B6, thiamin, niacin, calcium, copper, and iron.

Mint helps prevent and treat nausea and stomach cramps and may reduce pain associated with headaches.

Mangoes are high in soluble fiber and rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, and other essential antioxidants.

"Toast Your Health" is from the July 2008 issue of Southern Living.