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Make a pitcher or single cocktail of this smooth, refreshing, skinny Thanksgiving Margarita -keep the refills coming, it's delish.
Lower Calorie Thanksgiving Margarita
I love preparing pitcher recipes that everyone can savor without the guilt of breaking their dietary restrictions. That's why I decided to give a low-calorie twist to my Thanksgiving Margarita to create this epic skinny version! It's light, refreshing, and brimming with all the seasonal flavors you love without the sugary overload.
Ingredients
Like all good margaritas, this recipe calls for tequila and triple sec or Cointreau. You'll also need apple juice (freshly juiced or bottled; use light apple juice to keep sugars low), sugar-free cocktail syrup (or stevia) to add sweetness without any calories, and sparkling water or club soda for height and a refreshing bubbly fizz.
How to Make a Skinny Thanksgiving Margarita
- Prep the glasses if your guests enjoy rimmed glasses, so they can enjoy your Margaritas right when they arrive.
- Fill the pitcher with all the ingredients (except the sparkling water) and give everything a good stir with a spoon. Refrigerate until guests arrive.
- Pour the cocktail into your prepared glasses, leaving room for the bubbly topping. Add cinnamon sticks and apple slices for added flavor, and for a fancier touch, dried orange slices and seasonal edible flowers!
How to Rim a Glass with Cinnamon Sugar
To add a hint of sweetness to each sip, start by placing a dash of cinnamon sugar on a plate. Wet the rim of your glass with water or lime juice, then dip it into the mixture, making sure to coat all sides. Enjoy!
More Cocktails for Thanksgiving
If festive tequila cocktails are your jam, you'll love this skinny pumpkin Margarita, a Fall Sangria Margarita, apple cider Margarita, and this epic apple pie Margarita!
Skinny Thanksgiving Margarita (Pitcher Sized)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup of tequila
- ½ cup triple sec or Cointreau
- 8 oz apple juice
- 3 tablespoons sugar-free simple syrup
- 12 ounces sparkling water or club soda
- Cinnamon sugar, for rimming
- Cinnamon sticks, for garnish
Instructions
Fill the pitcher:
- Pour the tequila, triple sec or Cointreau, apple juice, and sugar-free syrup (if using). Add a handful of ice cubes, stir with a spoon, and refrigerate for one hour.
Serve & Garnish:
- If you enjoy a rimmed glass, prep the rim of your glass by rubbing a lime wedge along the rim and dipping it in cinnamon sugar.
- Fill each prepared glass with a few ice cubes, pour some of the margarita mixture into the lowball glass, and top it with 2 ounces of sparkling water or club soda.
- Garnish with cinnamon sticks.
Bridget says
Delicious! I made this margarita for Thanksgiving, but I confess I'm enjoying it the whole holiday season!
Kathryn says
Yum! Made this for Thanksgiving and everyone was coming back for seconds! Will definitely be making this skinny thanksgiving margarita pitcher next year.
Eleanor says
This skinny Thanksgiving margarita is a total winner! The flavors are festive and refreshing, and it’s light enough to enjoy guilt-free. Perfect for the holidays, thank you!
Kara says
I tried one last night before making a pitcher for Thanksgiving and it was refreshing and has just the right amount of liquor that guests won’t get wasted but a nice feel. Definitely making it by the pitcher.
Deanne says
I'd been looking for a great drink to serve at our Thanksgiving dinner, and this Skinny Thanksgiving Margarita is PERFECT!