
While similar in taste to tequila, agave wine is lower in alcohol. Rancho La Gloria’s take on the classic cocktail uses agave wine instead of traditional tequila. Rancho La Gloria’s sparkling cocktails come in Strawberry, Mango, Watermelon, Peach, and Classic Lime. The sparkling margaritas contain 9.9 percent ABV and come in 250 ml cans. The carbonated cocktails are made with one hundred percent de agave wine. Rancho La Gloria is introducing new ready-to-drink (RTD) canned margaritas. While tequila – and alcohol in general – is not “healthy,” these modifications will reduce the sugar, chemicals, toxins, and dyes your ingesting.Īnd don’t forget to hydrate! Alcohol is a diuretic and is dehydrating, so remember to drink water before and between you imbibe.One of the US’s most popular cocktails is about to get a lot more convenient and easier to drink. Next time you’re wanting to order a margarita, try one of my healthier options above.

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So now that you know the gotchas, here’s how to order a healthier margarita: For some sweetness, I ask for an orange wedge so I can adjust the sweetness. I order it on the rocks but can also ask for club soda. My personal go-to is tequila with fresh lime juice. My go-to “margarita” How to Order a Healthier Margarita: Best to limit your intake by asking for “less to no agave syrup” in your drink. Despite what you may have heard, agave (as in agave sugar) isn’t healthy or a healthier option. Most are surprised to see agave on the “watch out for” list.

“Low Carb” margaritas.Ī low-carb margarita is another word for “contains artificial sugars.” Fake sugars are seen as toxins in the body, so steer clear of this “low carb” marketing label. While it can be tempting to go for the Happy Hour 2-for-1 House Marg deal, I recommend steering away. Not to mention a lower quality tequila that will also have added sugar if not 100% pure. It usually contains cheaper ingredients and has added sugars and artificial flavors and colors. In general, a “house margarita” is the margarita the bar/restaurant wants you to order. Not to mention added dyes to get that eye-appealing color. Fruity margaritas.įruity margaritas generally have higher sugar – not from fruit, but from the “fruit flavor” and added sugars to give it that sweeter flavor. Artificial sugars are chemicals and toxins which affect your body’s detoxification process. These artificial sugars are commonly used in pre-made/store-bought mixes. These tend to contain preservatives, high fructose corn syrup, and synthetic dyes. You’ll want your margarita to be made with real fresh lime juice and not the fake lime juices or lime cordials (Roses Lime Juice is an example of a lime cordial).

Even if the mix is made in-house, it could include 1 part sugar which adds up quickly in your body. Pre-made mixes are generally higher in sugar, contain high fructose corn syrup, and synthetic dyes. Especially in their “House Margaritas.” These take what can be a “healthier” drink (relative to other cocktails) and turn it into a sugar bomb that will wreak havoc on your system.īefore you order your next margarita, watch out for these unhealthy gotchas: Margarita mix / Sweet & Sour mix. However, when you’re at a restaurant or bar, you’ll more commonly see margarita mixes, sweet and sour mixes, and lots of sugar in use. Today is #NationalMargaritaDay! Did you know that there’s now an official definition of what a margarita is? According to Webster, it’s “a cocktail consisting of tequila, lime or lemon juice, and an orange-flavored liqueur.”
