This nice weather and the start of Memorial Day Weekend has me in the mood for some patio time and that includes a fun and refreshing cocktail, that I can easily put together all summer long. My go to cocktail last summer was a Skinny Citrus Margarita, but I wanted to find a new flavor that would be easy to prepare, refreshing and most important to me, low carb, but still delicious.
I looked to see what I had on hand and grabbed a bottle of tequila, some triple sec and the secret ingredient to making any drink skinny - club soda. My raspberries in my fridge were a little soft, but perfect to make a quick purée for this drink. (When making purée for one cocktail, I use my mini food processor instead of dragging out my blender - it works like a charm!)
This summer inspired, skinny margarita is so delicious and the raspberry flavor is wonderful. I did not add any sweetener, because I prefer the flavor of the fruit to provide the sweetness, but you could add a splash of agave nectar if you like. Summer cocktail season has arrived :-)
Sparkling Raspberry Margarita ( Skinny Version)
1/3 cup raspberries (puréed)
1 ounce tequila
1/2 ounce triple sec
1 ounce lime juice
1/2 cup club soda
Splash agave nectar if desired
Place all ingredients in a cocktail shaker, filled with ice and shake well to mix. Pour over ice and garnish with raspberries, if desired. Enjoy!
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Sounds fabulously refreshing!
ReplyDeleteYum!!! May have to try it this weekend. Have a great one, Vicki!
ReplyDeleteI see at pattern developing with margaritas! My kinda girl!! Can't wait to try this. You need a "Pin It" button or am I over looking it? Happy Memorial Day!
ReplyDeleteVicki! please post this recipe on Friday Favorites! Yum! pinning!!!! laura
ReplyDeleteFunny I just said last night - Memorial Day call for margaritas this is perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks!!
Leann
Looks delicious, Vicki! The perfect drink to kick off summer. Just add guacamole and chips!
ReplyDeleteI have had a lot of different margaritas, but never raspberry. This sounds so refreshing on a hot summers night. Can't wait till my raspberries are ripe!
ReplyDeleteYour margarita looks delicious, Vicki!
ReplyDeleteI'm craving one of these right now! I may have to make them this weekend!
ReplyDeleteYUM! I bet this is a cool and refreshing drink! Enjoy your weekend dear friend, HUGS!
ReplyDeleteLooks so refreshing and beautiful..Have a great weekend..
ReplyDeleteThis sounds delicious! =)
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
I can see why this is your go-to summer drink.
ReplyDeleteMight be mine this year as well.
Skinny Margaritas are my favorite and this recipe looks delicious Vicki. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend. xxleslie
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I tried this last weekend and loved it ! Just wanted to let you know!
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