I thought about making a fancy flavored margarita today, but then I remembered that Jose Cuervo was the MAN. You guys, he invented the margarita. So today is an ode to Jose and his genius recipe that we all know and love. Who doesn’t love a margarita? If you don’t, we can’t be friends.
Margaritas are best enjoyed on a hot summer day if you ask me. Preferably with chips and queso, and of course good friends. I like to make my margaritas skinny and fresh. That means, freshly squeezed lime juice, a squeeze of agave nectar (or honey which is what I had on hand) and good quality tequia. There’s a few favorites I like to have on hand for a great margarita.
Best Tequilas For Margaritas
- Jose Cuervo Tradicional
- Casamigos
- Cazadores Anejo or Blanco
- Espelon Silver
- Herradura Silver
How To Make A Skinny Margarita
A skinny margarita really is just a simplified margarita using really fresh ingredients. It skips the triple sec or Cointreau which adds a ton of sugar. You can either fully omit this or add a litlte squeeze of orange to still get that hint of orange citrus. But typically a good tequila paired with a little squeeze of agave (or honey) and a lot of fresh lime juice is the best way to whip up a skinny margarita. I typically recommend about equal parts tequila to lime for a good mix!
INGREDIENTS
- 1.5 oz good tequila
- Juice of 2 limes
- .5 oz of agave or honey (a little squeeze is fine, no oneed to measure!)
- Ice
METHOD
Add all of your ingredients to a co*cktail shaker and shake it for at least 30 seconds. Strain over ice and garnish with a lime wedge. Optional, you can add a salt rim. Just rub the rim with a lime half and dunk in chunky salt.
You can rim your glass with coarse salt, Tajin or even sugar if you like. Just run your lime across the rim and dip the the top in a shallow bowl of your favorite rim ingredient. I’m partial to a mix of salt and Tajin for a spicy salty kick!
Different Margaritas To Make
My favorite thing about a margarita is that this recipe can really be the base of several fun margarita flavors. From strawberry margaritas (here’s my recipe for that!) to watermelon and basil. Really any good fresh fruit works perfectly in a margarita from berries to melons and citrus. And you can add in some fresh herbs that complement the flavors. You can also use some vegetables too like cucumbers or add in a jalapeno for a bit of spice! A personal favorite is a watermelon jalapeno margarita.
Lastly, don’t forget about the rim! The options here are also endless. Obviously salt is a classic, but you can always zhush up your salt with spices and herbs too. For a spicy rim try Tajin or chili powder with some salt. Or if you’re doing something sweet, you can always do a sugar rim too.
Skinny Margarita
An easy, refreshing and low calorie version of your favorite margarita.
Servings 1
Author Jessica | My Style Vita
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Jose Cuervo
- Juice of 2-3 limes
- 1 tsp honey or agave
- Ice Cubes
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FAQs
A skinny margarita is a margarita with no or minimal simple syrup. Lime juice, freshly squeezed or pasteurized, a little bit of orange liqueur (cointreau, triple sec, gran mariner) over ice with or without a salt and or sugar rim. Basically a lime gimlet sub tequila.
How do you ask for a skinny margarita at a bar? ›
Order “Skinny” margarita, only it doesn't have fake sugar (you'll have to ask your server/bartender). Ask for light to no agave/simple syrup. Tequila neat/straight up with a lime. Ask to swap in Triple Sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier in place of a margarita mix, sugar, or agave.
What are the ingredients in Skinny Girl margarita? ›
Ice , Lime Juice , Tequila , Triple Sec , Salt .
What tequila is best for skinny marg? ›
Recommended tequila: Use 100% agave tequila labeled white, silver or blanco. I recommend Milagro, Hornitos or Espolón.
What is the secret ingredient in margaritas? ›
We'll just tell you upfront: The secret to a tasty margarita is freshly squeezed lime juice (not the bottled stuff) and—here's the real secret—a splash of fresh OJ. That's right. Fresh-squeezed juice from an actual orange (not an orange-flavored liqueur) will produce a cleaner-tasting, more refreshing margarita.
What's the difference between a skinny margarita and a margarita? ›
A Skinny Margarita substitutes the orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, of a traditional Margarita with a combination of agave syrup and orange juice, thus giving the co*cktail less complexity and a lighter structure, keeping the subtle orange flavor intact.
What do you get when you order a Skinny Margarita? ›
It typically contains tequila, fresh lime juice, and a sugar-free sweetener such as agave nectar. The main difference between a Skinny Margarita and a traditional margarita is that a Skinny Margarita eliminates or reduces the amount of added sugars and syrups, which reduces the calorie content of the co*cktail.
Are skinny margaritas stronger? ›
<strong>What is a Skinny Margarita? </strong> All the taste, the excitement and the fresh flavour of a delicious Margarita, combined with less alcohol and less sugar content: it's the perfect answer for those who are looking for an easy sipper, keeping it responsible and delicious.
How do you order skinny drinks at a bar? ›
The 8 Best Low Calorie Drinks to Order at a Bar
- Spirits and Soda Water. While alcohol itself does pack a punch calorie-wise, the mixers don't help. ...
- Gin and Light Tonic. Who doesn't love a classic G&T? ...
- Wine Spritzer. ...
- Flavoured Vodka. ...
- Rum and Diet co*ke. ...
- Mojito (With Half/ No Sugar) ...
- Light Beer. ...
- Sea Breeze.
In addition to the lower sugar content of skinny margaritas, a lower alcohol content is another explanation for their low-calorie status. Most lightened-up margaritas range from about 10- to 13-percent alcohol, while traditional margaritas can be as high as 30 percent.
Skinnygirl™ Naked Cosmo
- 1½ parts Skinnygirl™ Bare Naked Vodka.
- 2 parts cranberry juice.
- ½ parts fresh lime juice.
- ½ parts DeKuyper® Triple Sec.
In a statement released, the company said the Skinnygirl Margarita "had been offered in 16 of Whole Foods Market 310 stores. After discovering that it contains a preservative that does not meet our quality standards, we have had to stop selling it." "Well now that I know that, I wouldn't buy them.
What kind of tequila gives the least hangover? ›
To avoid a tequila hangover – stick to 100% Blue Agave tequila. Check bottle labels and check that it says it uses 'ONLY 100% Blue Agave'. If it doesn't have these words, then give it a miss.
What's the healthiest way to drink tequila? ›
Drinking tequila neat tends to be the preferred way for consumers looking for a healthier choice,” counsels Bertha Gonzalez-Nieves, co-founder and CEO of Casa Dragones and Maestra Tequilera.
Is a Skinny Margarita less calories? ›
While a regular margarita packs around 200-250 calories per serving, a Skinny Margarita has about 130-180, saving you a whole lot of calories! You can also use a natural sugar-free sweetener to lower the calories even more.
Is ranch water a Skinny Margarita? ›
The ranch water is like a bubbly, light and totally unsweetened margarita. If even “skinny” margaritas are sometimes too sweet for you, try a ranch water instead. It's super refreshing and perfect on a hot day.
What sweetener is in Skinnygirl Margarita? ›
We have a "skinny girl" series of drinks and simply replace cane-based simple syrup with one made with monk fruit/erythritol.
