Hindustan Times: Want to carry on partying but scared of developing a beer belly? These tipple experts offered us a calorie counter to help keep those extra kilos at bay. Gaev Mehta, restaurant manager at Shamiana, Taj Mahal Palace and Hotel, Colaba, explains that neat drinks are probably the best way to go. “Whisky drinkers should ideally drink it on the rocks or with water. It’s the mixer in any drink that you should watch out for, since that’s where the sugar hides. Opt for a martini or a margarita, which don’t have mixers,” suggests Mehta. Shatbhi Basu, one of the city’s top consulting mixologists, puts her money on vodka. “Basic clean vodkas are your best bets. They contain the least amount of additional flavour oils (congeners). Gin, whisky, brandy and rum are full flavoured and hence contribute to extra calories,” she says, adding, “Mix your drink with fresh juices or diet colas instead.” Says Mehta, “Ask for vegetable juice in your cocktail as it has less sugar and more vitamins than fruit juice.” Source: Read Now, you can indulge in some diet drinking - Hindustan Times
