As the weather gets warmer, it’s time for what I call Margarita Season (also known as spring). Margaritas are a favorite during the warm months, perfect for almost any event—from relaxing nights with friends to big birthday parties and fun pool gatherings. Because I love this refreshing drink so much, I decided to create a healthier version. This way, I can enjoy my favorite cocktail more often without the sugar highs and lows that come with traditional margaritas.
Traditional margaritas are tasty but often full of sugars and sweeteners that can mess with a balanced diet. With my “Healthy-ish Margarita,” I’ve cut down a lot on the sugar. This version is better for a healthy lifestyle and helps avoid those sudden sugar crashes, letting you enjoy a delicious margarita any time you want. Plus, using natural ingredients like fresh citrus juices and organic tequila makes this healthier version burst with natural flavors, keeping the joy of Margarita Season alive and well.
Health Benefits of Healthier Margaritas
Choosing healthier versions of traditional margaritas is a great way to support a healthy diet while enjoying the things you love. But I want to emphasize that this margarita recipe is healthier than the traditional margarita. I would not claim that this recipe is healthy, considering the alcohol content. However, there are some nutritional benefits you can get from this recipe that you won’t get from a traditional margarita:
- Reduced Calories: Traditional margarita recipes often use pre-made mixes full of sugar and calories. By using fresh fruit juices and natural sweeteners like date syrup or maple syrup, you can cut down on calories significantly. This is great for those watching their calorie intake or trying to keep a healthy weight.
- No Artificial Ingredients: When you make margaritas at home with fresh ingredients, you avoid artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives that many commercial mixes contain. This can help you reduce your intake of unnecessary chemicals and improve your overall health.
- Natural Sweeteners: Natural sweeteners like date syrup or maple syrup are better than high-fructose corn syrup because they have fewer unhealthy sugars and include some minerals. These sweeteners also have a lower glycemic index than refined sugar, which means they don’t cause your blood sugar levels to spike.
By making thoughtful choices about the ingredients in your margarita recipe, you not only get a drink that’s tasty and refreshing but also one that supports a healthier lifestyle. Cheers to enjoying your favorite cocktail, now healthier!
Healthy-ish Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 oz fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1 oz fresh squeezed orange juice
- 1.5 oz organic tequila
Optional Sweetener
- 1 tablespoon date syrup (or maple syrup or coconut sugar)
- 1 tablespoon warm water
Instructions
- If you are making a sweetener, use a small bowl or cup to mix the date syrup with warm water until well combined. This step is optional depending on your taste preference.
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add the lime juice, orange juice, and tequila.
- Shake well to combine.
- Strain the mixture into a margarita glass for a fancy presentation or a solo cup if you’re keeping it casual.
If you prefer a fruitier drink, blend the lime juice, orange juice, and tequila with your favorite fresh fruit instead of shaking it.
Enjoy your fresh and fruity margarita, perfect for a relaxing day or a party night!
Margarita Machine Rentals
- 1 Liter Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
- 1 Liter Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
- 2 Liters Tequila
- 1 Liter Simple Syrup (only if you want sweet)
And, if you don’t want to work this hard, you can just use the mix that comes with the margarita machine rental. Let’s face it: “being healthy” is probably not at the top of your concerns when drinking margaritas anyway.
Where To Rent Margarita Machines Near Me
If you’re looking to serve margaritas at your next event, Reventals has got you covered! We’ll find a vendor so you don’t have to. Here are the cities we serve:
- Atlanta Margarita Machine Rentals
- Austin Margarita Machine Rentals
- Baltimore Margarita Machine Rentals
- Chicago Margarita Machine Rentals
- Dallas-Ft. Worth Margarita Machine Rentals
- Denver Margarita Machine Rentals
- Houston Margarita Machine Rentals
- Las Vegas Margarita Machine Rentals
- Los Angeles Margarita Machine Rentals
- Miami Margarita Machine Rentals
- Nashville Margarita Machine Rentals
- New Orleans Margarita Machine Rentals
- New York Margarita Machine Rentals
- Philadelphia Margarita Machine Rentals
- Phoenix Margarita Machine Rentals
- Salt Lake City Margarita Machine Rentals
- San Antonio Margarita Machine Rentals
- San Diego Margarita Machine Rentals
- San Francisco Margarita Machine Rentals
- Santa Barbara Margarita Machine Rentals
- Seattle Margarita Machine Rentals
- Tampa Margarita Machine Rentals
- Washington DC Margarita Machine Rentals