Coco’s Real Skinny Margarita
Let’s Talk Margaritas!
One classic margarita can have over 250 calories and 25 grams of sugar — almost your entire daily limit. Even “skinny” versions often use agave, which is still sugar. Have two, and you’ve doubled the spike, the cravings, the bloat — and the excess sugar gets stored as fat blocking your weight loss.
Coco, The Healthy Weight Loss Coach, believes in pleasure without sabotage and loves finding ways to enjoy the moment without the aftermath. Her go-to Real Skinny Margarita is simple, elevated, and designed to give you the buzz without guilt. Here’s how she enjoys it, two easy ways:
Option 1: Clean & Classic
Ingredients
2 oz good-quality tequila (reposado or añejo preferred)
Splash of soda water
Fresh lime, lemon, or grapefruit juice (about 1 oz), served on the side or mixed in to taste
Optional: sea salt on the rim
Ice
How to Enjoy
Rim a glass with sea salt if desired, then fill with ice. Add tequila and a splash of soda. Squeeze fresh citrus into the glass, or ask your bartender to serve the juice in a shot glass on the side so you can dose it to taste.
Option 2: Citrusy with a Kick
Ingredients
2 oz good-quality tequila or mezcal (Ilegal is Coco’s go-to for mezcal)
Fresh orange or grapefruit slices
Optional: Tajín or chili-lime seasoning on the rim
Ice
How to Enjoy
Rim the glass with Tajín or chili-lime seasoning. Fill with ice (one big cube makes it neat and delish) and pour in tequila or mezcal. Add 1-2 slices of fresh orange for a touch of natural sweetness. Sip and enjoy the slow burn and elevated flavor.
Tips on Choosing Your Tequila
For the best flavor (and no hangover), choose a well-crafted tequila. Casamigos is a solid, widely available option, but don’t hesitate to ask your bartender about high-quality or small-batch tequilas they recommend.
If you’re sipping it neat or on the rocks, opt for reposado or añejo for deeper flavor and a smoother finish.
Prefer a little smokiness? Mezcal adds an earthy, bold twist that takes the experience to another level.
